Miriam

Miriam is a girl's name of Hebrew origin. As it means "wished-for child," Miriam offers you a heartfelt way to express your loving devotion to your new arrival. Miriam is an old form of Mary, allowing you to call baby after a family member from previous generations. It is also the name given to Moses's sister in the bible, who saved his life through clever planning and quick wit. The name also has another meaning of "sea of bitterness" or "bitter," perhaps serving as a reminder to baby that its normal for their emotions to ebb and flow. Whatever you take from Miriam, it is a sweet name to give your cherished little one.