Bitter; beloved; drop of the sea
Mariame is a West African and French variation of the name Miriam or Mary. It shares the same ancient roots as Maria, often interpreted as meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved', and is particularly common in French-speaking African nations.
Less common today
Mariame isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,638 in 2025.
Influential grassroots organizer and educator
French opera director
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
