Mariama
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Popular W. African Name Meaning "Gift Of God."
- Origin
- African
Mariama Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,099 baby girls have been named Mariama. The name peaked in 2024 with 77 US births that year (rank #2369). In 2024, ranked #2369 nationally.
Top States for Mariama
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Mariama births are: New York (625), Maryland (65), Georgia (56).
Other African-Origin Names Like Mariama
If you like Mariama's African origin, consider these related names: Aamori, Abasi, Abayomi, Abba, Abdalla. Browse all African names →
7-Letter Names Starting with M
Names with Mariama's exact length and starting letter: Maarouf, Mabbina, Mabelle, Macaire, Macario.
Quick Facts About Mariama
Variant Forms
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Compare Mariama to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Mariama against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).