What origin is the name Miriel?

Miriel comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Miriel — for example Noah, Jacob, Michael. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Miriel

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Miriel

Miriel

Girl

Hebrew & Biblical

2 syllables

Miriel is a Hebrew girl's name meaning "Means daughter of the sea; a name of Hebrew origin appearing in literature.".

Parents who choose Miriel pick a girl name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "Means daughter of the sea; a name of Hebrew origin appearing in literature.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Means daughter of the sea; a name of Hebrew origin appearing in literature.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Miriel

What does Miriel mean?

Miriel is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Means daughter of the sea; a name of Hebrew origin appearing in literature.".

How popular is Miriel?

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Brother names that go with Miriel

Noah Jacob Michael Ethan James Joshua

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Name numerology

7is the Chaldean number for Miriel.

Number 7 is linked with wisdom, reflection and intuition.

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Names with a similar meaning to Miriel

Miriel means "Means daughter of the sea; a name of Hebrew origin appearing in literature." — these names share that spirit.

Michael — "Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a question meaning 'who is like God?'. It is the name of an archangel." (Hebrew)
Elizabeth — "Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath'. It is the name of John the Baptist's mother." (Hebrew)
John — "John comes from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It is the name of John the Baptist and John the Apostle." (Hebrew)
Samuel — "Samuel comes from the Hebrew Shemu'el, usually explained as 'name of God' or 'God has heard'. He is a prophet in the Bible." (Hebrew)
Caleb — "Caleb is a Hebrew name, often linked to kelev 'dog', a symbol of loyalty, or to 'whole-hearted'. Caleb was a faithful spy sent by Moses." (Hebrew)
Isabella — "Isabella is the Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath' or 'pledged to God'." (Hebrew)
Noah — "Noah comes from the Hebrew Noach, meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'. In the Bible, Noah builds the ark that saves his family." (Hebrew)
Jacob — "Jacob comes from the Hebrew Ya'aqov, usually explained as 'holder of the heel' or 'one who follows'. He is a patriarch in the Bible." (Hebrew)