Amir Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated June 7, 2024
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Fact: The name Amir is popular in many cultures, including Arabic, Persian, and Hebrew.

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A Deep Dive

Amir Overview

Meaning

Prince, commander

Gender

Boy

Origin

Arabic

Etymology

Derived from the Arabic word “Amir,” meaning “prince,” “commander,” or “leader.”

Religion

Islam

Pronunciation

/əˈmɪr/

Popularity

Amir is a popular name in Arabic-speaking countries and has gained recognition in other cultures. Recently, Amir has consistently ranked within the top 200 names for boys in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

4 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Exotic, Traditional, Uncommon

Associated Traits

Leadership, intelligence, charisma, strength

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Amir has significant cultural and religious connotations in Islamic culture, often used as a title of respect.
A Deep Dive

Amir Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Ameer, Aamir, Emir, Amiri, Amer, Amyr, Amire, Amare, Amaro

Common Nicknames

Ammy, Amie, Miry, Miri, Ammy

Diminutives

Ami, Mir, Amir, Miro, Am, Amy

Famous People

  • Amir Khusrow
    (Indian Sufi Musician and Poet)
  • Amir Pnueli
    (Israeli Computer Scientist)
  • Amir Locke
    (American Social Activist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Amir
    ("The Kite Runner," Novel by Khaled Hosseini)
  • "Amir"
    (Film)
  • Amir
    ("Amir," Song by Brockhampton)
  • Amir
    ("Shameless," TV Series)
  • Amir Asif
    ("City of Lies," Film)
  • Amir
    ("Amir's Quest," Video Game)

Places

  • Amir City
    (Mazandaran, Iran)
  • Amir Park
    (Tehran, Iran)
  • Amir River
    (Fars, Iran)
  • Amir Mountain
    (Kurdistan, Iran)
  • Amir Lake
    (Golestan, Iran)
  • Amir Kabir Dam
    (Alborz, Iran)

What Is the Meaning of Amir?

Amir means “prince” or “commander” in Arabic. Frequently hints at someone who is noble and authoritative, embodying qualities of leadership and strength.

What Is the Origin of The Name Amir?

Amir has Arabic origins. It has been used historically in various cultures, particularly in the Middle East, as a title of nobility or high rank.

Amir Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Amir in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1232021#1132022#992023
Top 3 Rankings#992023#1132022#1182020

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Amir

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
202399
(+14 from 2022)
3620
(+274 from 2022)
0.19769
2022113
(+10 from 2021)
3346
(+324 from 2021)
0.17865
2021123
(-5 from 2020)
3022
(-153 from 2020)
0.16129
2020118
(+13 from 2019)
3175
(+208 from 2019)
0.17165
2019131
(+19 from 2018)
2967
(+363 from 2018)
0.15439
2018150
No change from 2017
2604
(-13 from 2017)
0.13397
2017150
(+15 from 2016)
2617
(+172 from 2016)
0.13223
2016165
(+22 from 2015)
2445
(+224 from 2015)
0.12070
2015187
(+25 from 2014)
2221
(+402 from 2014)
0.10864
2014212
(+4 from 2013)
1819
(+93 from 2013)
0.08877
2013216
(+32 from 2012)
1726
(+260 from 2012)
0.08542
2012248
(+2 from 2011)
1466
(+82 from 2011)
0.07225
2011250
(+28 from 2010)
1384
(+166 from 2010)
0.06813
2010278
(+1 from 2009)
1218
(+4 from 2009)
0.05929
2009279
(+17 from 2008)
1214
(+88 from 2008)
0.05724
2008296
(+21 from 2007)
1126
(+115 from 2007)
0.05164
2007317
(+9 from 2006)
1011
(+24 from 2006)
0.04564
2006326
(+13 from 2005)
987
(+115 from 2005)
0.04502
2005339
(+1 from 2004)
872
(+29 from 2004)
0.04099
2004340
No change from 2003
843
(+24 from 2003)
0.03989
2003340
(+19 from 2002)
819
(+77 from 2002)
0.03898
2002359
(+32 from 2001)
742
(+91 from 2001)
0.03590
2001391
(+22 from 2000)
651
(+48 from 2000)
0.03147
2000413
(-13 from 1999)
603
(-7 from 1999)
0.02887
1999400
(+43 from 1998)
610
(+94 from 1998)
0.02992
1998443
(+59 from 1997)
516
(+103 from 1997)
0.02545
1997502
(+34 from 1996)
413
(+54 from 1996)
0.02067
1996536
(+16 from 1995)
359
(+20 from 1995)
0.01792
1995552
(+12 from 1994)
339
(+9 from 1994)
0.01685
1994564
(+70 from 1993)
330
(+66 from 1993)
0.01619
1993634
(+16 from 1992)
264
(+11 from 1992)
0.01278
1992650
(-8 from 1991)
253
(-1 from 1991)
0.01205
1991642
(-36 from 1990)
254
(-21 from 1990)
0.01198
1990606
(+9 from 1989)
275
(+16 from 1989)
0.01278
1989615
(+29 from 1988)
259
(+44 from 1988)
0.01236
1988644
(+3 from 1987)
215
(+16 from 1987)
0.01074
1987647
(-27 from 1986)
199
(-10 from 1986)
0.01020
1986620
(+52 from 1985)
209
(+35 from 1985)
0.01088
1985672
(-81 from 1984)
174
(-31 from 1984)
0.00904
1984591
(+73 from 1983)
205
(+39 from 1983)
0.01092
1983664
(+91 from 1982)
166
(+29 from 1982)
0.00891
1982755
(-49 from 1981)
137
(-13 from 1981)
0.00726
1981706
(+62 from 1980)
150
(+20 from 1980)
0.00805
1980768
(+44 from 1979)
130
(+15 from 1979)
0.00701
1979812
(+29 from 1978)
115
(+11 from 1978)
0.00642
1978841
(+72 from 1977)
104
(+18 from 1977)
0.00609
1977913
(+85 from 1976)
86
(+17 from 1976)
0.00503
1976998
(+2 from 1975)
69
(+2 from 1975)
0.00423
19751000
(+99 from 1974)
67
(+11 from 1974)
0.00413
19741099
(+195 from 1973)
56
(+15 from 1973)
0.00344
19731294
(-9 from 1972)
41
(-1 from 1972)
0.00254
19721285
(-87 from 1971)
42
(-5 from 1971)
0.00251
19711198
(+418 from 1970)
47
(+19 from 1970)
0.00259
19701616
(-124 from 1969)
28
(-1 from 1969)
0.00147
19691492
(+402 from 1968)
29
(+11 from 1968)
0.00159
19681894
(-321 from 1967)
18
(-6 from 1967)
0.00101
19671573
(+241 from 1966)
24
(+6 from 1966)
0.00135
19661814
(+555 from 1965)
18
(+6 from 1965)
0.00099
19652369
(+39 from 1964)
12
No change from 1964
0.00063
19642408
(-109 from 1963)
12
(-1 from 1963)
0.00059
19632299
(+1004 from 1962)
13
(+6 from 1962)
0.00063
19623303
(+763 from 1961)
7
(+2 from 1961)
0.00033
19614066
(-401 from 1960)
5
(-1 from 1960)
0.00023
19603665
(-159 from 1955)
6
No change from 1955
0.00028
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19553506
(+323 from 1954)
6
(+1 from 1954)
0.00029
19543829
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00024
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19330
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0
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0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18860
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0.0000
18850
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0.0000
18840
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0.0000
18830
No SSA data
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0.0000
18820
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0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Amir

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#692021#632022#632023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1942021#1952022#1542023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#702021#632022#542023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1512021#1092022#1052023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#512021#372022#252023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1852021#1412022#1482023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#822021#722022#842023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1442021#1282022#1062023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#902021#972022#632023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#812021#932022#662023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1362021#1232022#1082023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#882021#822022#582023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#582021#472022#452023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#672021#732022#412023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1242021#1132022#822023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#632021#482022#132023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1032021#1192022#1322023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1112021#1112022#922023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2082021#1202022#1482023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1042021#752022#742023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2002021#1332022#1652023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1342021#1252022#1222023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1152021#702022#1002023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2892021#1832022#1792023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#292021#432022#172023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#562021#522022#322023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2322021#2152022#2602023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1462021#1122022#752023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#2982021#3642022#1902023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2412021#1812022#1592023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1382021#1352022#832023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1992021#2242022#1992023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1182021#2032022#1172023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#3272021#2052022#1962023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2202021#1702022#2082023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#4512021#1892022#2032023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#942021#1282022#692023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2862021#2512022#2292023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2602017#2302020#3342023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#6032020#5582021#5132023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3332020#2012021#1862023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2472015#2512017

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2342021

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2752012

Popularity Rankings for Amir in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan flagKazakhstan#52022#42023#262023#72024

Popularity in Other American Territories

American Samoa flag American Samoa
Guam flag Guam
Northern Mariana Islands flag Northern Mariana Islands
U.S. Virgin Islands flag U.S. Virgin Islands

Other American Territories flagOther American Territories#582017#342018#182021

Popularity in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan flagAzerbaijan#382021#222022#182023

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#192020#242021#242022

Popularity in Russia (Moscow)

Russia (Moscow) flagRussia (Moscow)#292022#282023#242024

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1052021#992022#452023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#472020#482021#482022

Popularity in Spain

Spain flagSpain#502020#602021#602022

Popularity in Basque Country, Spain

Basque Country, Spain flagBasque Country, Spain#812020#782021#862022

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#862020#912022#852023

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#1122021#1042022#862023

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1482020#1192021#1292022

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1602020#1242021#1522022

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#1822020#2352021#1332022

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#2052021#1732022#1592023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2112021#1772022#2922023

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#1782015

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#2292021#2942022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#3472019#2662020#2532021

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3122021#2732022#2792023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#3642021#3062022#3432023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#3942019#3632022#4002023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3922020#4142022#3952023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Amir a Name for Boys or Girls?

Amir is typically given to boys due to its authoritative and masculine tone, which resonates well with qualities of leadership and strength.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Amir

Amir in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Amir Khusrow (Poet, 1253–1325): An Indian Sufi musician, poet, and scholar who is regarded as the "father of Qawwali" and is also known for his Persian literature.
  • Amir Pnueli (Computer Scientist, 1941–2009): An Israeli computer scientist who won the Turing Award for introducing temporal logic into computing science.
  • Amir Locke (Social Activist, 2000–2022): An American social activist whose death during a police raid sparked significant protests and calls for police reform.
  • Amir ("The Kite Runner," 2003 Novel by Khaled Hosseini): The protagonist who struggles with guilt and redemption after betraying his best friend, Hassan.
  • "Amir" (2016 Film): A drama about a young man named Amir navigating life and love in a modern city.
  • Amir ("Amir," 2020 Song by Brockhampton): A song by the hip-hop group reflecting on personal and societal themes.
  • Amir ("Shameless," 2011 TV Series): A minor character involved in the Gallagher family's chaotic life.
  • Amir Asif ("City of Lies," 2018 Film): A crime lord involved in the investigation of the murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G.
  • Amir ("Amir's Quest," 2017 Video Game): A role-playing game where the main character, Amir, embarks on a journey to save his kingdom.
  • Amir ("Quantico," 2015 TV Series): A character who is an FBI recruit navigating complex relationships and high-stakes scenarios.
  • Amir Khalil ("Body of Lies," 2008 Film): A Middle Eastern operative working with the CIA to combat terrorism.
  • Amir ("Homeland," 2011 TV Series): A recurring character in the political thriller series focusing on counterterrorism.
  • Amir ("Amir's Tale," 2020 Graphic Novel): A graphic novel about a young warrior named Amir who sets out on an epic adventure.
  • Amir City (Mazandaran, Iran): A city in northern Iran, known for its proximity to the Caspian Sea and lush landscapes.
  • Amir Park (Tehran, Iran): A popular park in Tehran, known for its green spaces and recreational facilities.
  • Amir River (Fars, Iran): A river in southern Iran, known for its scenic beauty and importance to local agriculture.
  • Amir Mountain (Kurdistan, Iran): A mountain in western Iran, popular for hiking and its panoramic views.
  • Amir Lake (Golestan, Iran): A lake in northeastern Iran, known for its tranquil environment and bird-watching opportunities.
  • Amir Kabir Dam (Alborz, Iran): A dam in northern Iran, known for its scenic reservoir and recreational activities.
  • Amir Temur Square (Tashkent, Uzbekistan): A prominent public square in Tashkent, known for its statue of Amir Temur and surrounding landmarks.
  • Amir Ali Springs (Baluchistan, Pakistan): Natural springs known for their clear waters and therapeutic properties.
  • Amir Khosrow Park (Delhi, India): A park named after the famous poet Amir Khosrow, known for its serene environment and historical significance.

Similar Names to Amir

Sibling Names for Amir

Parents Who Like the Name Amir Also Like

  • Idris
  • Yusuf
  • Saif
  • Kareem
That wraps up our exploration of the name Amir. I hope you found it as fascinating as I did. If you have any more questions or want to share your thoughts, drop a comment below!
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