English Meaning: The name Mariah is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Mariah is: Bitter. French Meaning: The name Mariah is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Mariah is: Bitter. American Meaning: The name Mariah is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Mariah is: Bitter.
Names on the Memorial. Names on the Memorial. The nearly 3,000 names of the men, women, and children killed in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 are inscribed on bronze parapets surrounding the twin Memorial pools. The display of these names is the very heart of the Memorial.
Memorial Day originated after the American Civil War to honor both the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war. The holiday was extended by the 20th century to include all American soldiers. Memorial Day is formally known as Decoration Day. This day is not to be confused with Veteran's Day which celebrates the service of all United States military veterans.