Miriam Steffens

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Miriam Steffens — beloved, wished-for
102K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Miriam Steffens is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Miriam is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Miryam (מִרְיָם), the original form of Mary. Sister of Moses and Aaron, she led the Israelites in song after crossing the Red Sea. The surname Steffens: Bradley Steffens (born 1955), American author Dirk Steffens (born 1950), German musician Haagen Krog Steffens (1873–1917), Norwegian historian, archivist and genealogist Hagbart Steffens (1874–1932), Norwegian yacht racer Helga Paris (née Steffens; 1938–2024), German photographer Henrik Steffens (1773–1845), Norwegian-born Danish philosopher Ingeborg Steffens (1907–1982), Norwegian actress Jessica Steffens (born 1987), American water polo player Johann Steffens (1560–1616), German organist and composer Karl-Heinz Steffens (born 1961), German clarinetist and conductor Lincoln Steffens (1866–193. Miriam is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 102K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Miriam reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Miriam

Meaning: beloved, wished-for

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Miryam (מִרְיָם), the original form of Mary. Sister of Moses and Aaron, she led the Israelites in song after crossing the Red Sea.

Surname: Steffens

English

Bradley Steffens (born 1955), American author Dirk Steffens (born 1950), German musician Haagen Krog Steffens (1873–1917), Norwegian historian, archivist and genealogist Hagbart Steffens (1874–1932), Norwegian yacht racer Helga Paris (née Steffens; 1938–2024), German photographer Henrik Steffens (1773–1845), Norwegian-born Danish philosopher Ingeborg Steffens (1907–1982), Norwegian actress Jessica Steffens (born 1987), American water polo player Johann Steffens (1560–1616), German organist and composer Karl-Heinz Steffens (born 1961), German clarinetist and conductor Lincoln Steffens (1866–193.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Miriam is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Miriam by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Miriam Steffens

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Miriam Steffens:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Miriam?
The first name Miriam originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Miryam (מִרְיָם), the original form of Mary. Sister of Moses and Aaron, she led the Israelites in song after crossing the Red Sea.
When was Miriam most popular?
The name Miriam reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Steffens?
The surname Steffens originates from English. Bradley Steffens (born 1955), American author Dirk Steffens (born 1950), German musician Haagen Krog Steffens (1873–1917), Norwegian historian, archivist and genealogist Hagbart Steffens (1874–1932), Norwegian yacht racer Helga Paris (née Steffens; 1938–2024), German photographer Henrik Steffens (1773–1845), Norwegian-born Danish philosopher Ingeborg Steffens (1907–1982), Norwegian actress Jessica Steffens (born 1987), American water polo player Johann Steffens (1560–1616), German organist and composer Karl-Heinz Steffens (born 1961), German clarinetist and conductor Lincoln Steffens (1866–193.
What are the origins of the name Miriam Steffens?
The name Miriam Steffens combines two different traditions: the first name Miriam has Hebrew roots, while the surname Steffens originates from English.
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