Merima Hashim (born 1981), long-distance runner and world junior medallist
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Merima Denboba (born 1974), long-distance runner and cross country specialist
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Merima is a female forename which has separate Habesha and Slavic origins.
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Merima Mohammed (born 1992), long-distance runner and marathon specialist
Merima Denboba (born 21 August 1974 in Arsi) is an Ethiopian long-distance runner, who specializes in the 5000 metres and cross-country running.