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What is the meaning of the name Maryam? Is it the same as Mariam?

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Maryam is another spelling of the name Mariam, which is the Arabic word for Mary, mother of prophet Jesus (peace be upon them). Maryam and Mariam are both acceptable spellings, and you can also use Mary and other Western-style versions of this name (such as Maria). For the details of this name see the main entry here: Mariam.

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