Amira Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In Hebrew, Amira means “treetop” or “saying,” and is often associated with wisdom and spirituality.

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A Deep Dive

Amira Overview

Meaning

Princess

Gender

Girl

Origin

Arabic

Etymology

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

Religion

Islam

Pronunciation

/əˈmɪrə/

Popularity

Amira is loved in many Arabic-speaking countries and is also gaining traction in Western countries. In 2023, Amira ranked #284 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

6 (Nurturing, Responsible, Balanced)

Name Styles

Exotic, Religious and Spiritual, Popular

Associated Traits

Elegant, noble, graceful
A Deep Dive

Amira Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Amina, Amara, Emira, Amarah, Amirah, Amyra, Ameera, Ameerah

Common Nicknames

Miri, Mya, Ammy, Ama, Mirie

Diminutives

Mimi, Mira, Amy, Riri, Ami

Famous People

  • Amira Willighagen
    (Dutch Singer)
  • Amira Casar
    (French Actress)
  • Amira Ahmed
    (Somali-British Model)
  • Amira Hass
    (Israeli Journalist)
  • Amira El Sayed
    (Austrian-Egyptian Actress)
  • Amira Yahyaoui
    (Tunisian Activist)
  • Amira McCarthy
    (British Singer)
  • Amira Pocher
    (German TV Presenter)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Amira Ahmed
    ("The Good Wife," TV Series)
  • Amira
    ("A United Kingdom," Film)
  • Amira
    ("The Breadwinner," Animated Film)
  • "Amira & Sam"
    (Film)
  • Amira Sood
    ("Homeland," TV Series)
  • "Amira"
    (Song by K'naan)
  • Amira
    ("The Night Of," TV Series)
  • Amira
    ("Knightfall," TV Series)

What Is the Meaning of Amira?

Amira signifies “princess” or “leader” in Arabic. Individuals named Amira are often perceived as graceful and influential, embodying qualities of elegance and leadership.

What Is the Origin of The Name Amira?

Amira originates from the Arabic language, deriving from the root word “amir,” which means “commander” or “leader.” Its usage reflects the cultural significance of nobility and authority in Arabic-speaking regions.

Amira Name Popularity

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

United States flagUnited States#2192021#2092022#1312023
Top 3 Rankings#1312023#2092022#2192021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Amira

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023131
(+78 from 2022)
2099
(+707 from 2022)
0.12000
2022209
(+10 from 2021)
1392
(+41 from 2021)
0.07763
2021219
(+65 from 2020)
1351
(+225 from 2020)
0.07541
2020284
(-1 from 2019)
1126
(-39 from 2019)
0.06370
2019283
(+32 from 2018)
1165
(+122 from 2018)
0.06349
2018315
(+2 from 2017)
1043
(+19 from 2017)
0.05609
2017317
(+56 from 2016)
1024
(+150 from 2016)
0.05420
2016373
(+10 from 2015)
874
(+16 from 2015)
0.04515
2015383
(+35 from 2014)
858
(+91 from 2014)
0.04398
2014418
(+41 from 2013)
767
(+103 from 2013)
0.03921
2013459
(+44 from 2012)
664
(+54 from 2012)
0.03445
2012503
(-3 from 2011)
610
(+23 from 2011)
0.03145
2011500
(-5 from 2010)
587
(-16 from 2010)
0.03029
2010495
(-17 from 2009)
603
(-42 from 2009)
0.03075
2009478
(-41 from 2008)
645
(-84 from 2008)
0.03185
2008437
(+84 from 2007)
729
(+126 from 2007)
0.03500
2007521
(+50 from 2006)
603
(+90 from 2006)
0.02849
2006571
(+21 from 2005)
513
(+33 from 2005)
0.02454
2005592
(+59 from 2004)
480
(+61 from 2004)
0.02365
2004651
(+48 from 2003)
419
(+45 from 2003)
0.02077
2003699
(+60 from 2002)
374
(+56 from 2002)
0.01864
2002759
(+59 from 2001)
318
(+32 from 2001)
0.01610
2001818
(+17 from 2000)
286
(+18 from 2000)
0.01444
2000835
(+110 from 1999)
268
(+47 from 1999)
0.01343
1999945
(-30 from 1998)
221
(-8 from 1998)
0.01135
1998915
(+125 from 1997)
229
(+46 from 1997)
0.01181
19971040
(+93 from 1996)
183
(+23 from 1996)
0.00958
19961133
(+36 from 1995)
160
(+13 from 1995)
0.00835
19951169
(-9 from 1994)
147
(-6 from 1994)
0.00765
19941160
(+20 from 1993)
153
(+6 from 1993)
0.00785
19931180
(+251 from 1992)
147
(+34 from 1992)
0.00746
19921431
(-56 from 1991)
113
(-4 from 1991)
0.00564
19911375
(+230 from 1990)
117
(+24 from 1990)
0.00575
19901605
(-126 from 1989)
93
(-5 from 1989)
0.00453
19891479
(+157 from 1988)
98
(+19 from 1988)
0.00492
19881636
(+462 from 1987)
79
(+27 from 1987)
0.00411
19872098
(-260 from 1986)
52
(-9 from 1986)
0.00277
19861838
(-5 from 1985)
61
No change from 1985
0.00331
19851833
(+111 from 1984)
61
(+8 from 1984)
0.00330
19841944
(+78 from 1983)
53
(+3 from 1983)
0.00294
19832022
(+196 from 1982)
50
(+5 from 1982)
0.00279
19822218
(-101 from 1981)
45
(-3 from 1981)
0.00248
19812117
(+37 from 1980)
48
(+1 from 1980)
0.00268
19802154
(+148 from 1979)
47
(+6 from 1979)
0.00264
19792302
(+129 from 1978)
41
(+5 from 1978)
0.00238
19782431
(+651 from 1977)
36
(+11 from 1977)
0.00219
19773082
(-353 from 1976)
25
(-3 from 1976)
0.00152
19762729
(+152 from 1975)
28
(+3 from 1975)
0.00178
19752881
(-124 from 1974)
25
(-1 from 1974)
0.00160
19742757
(-6 from 1973)
26
(+1 from 1973)
0.00166
19732751
(-5 from 1972)
25
No change from 1972
0.00161
19722746
(+1564 from 1971)
25
(+12 from 1971)
0.00155
19714310
(+181 from 1970)
13
(+1 from 1970)
0.00074
19704491
(+2126 from 1969)
12
(+6 from 1969)
0.00066
19696617
(+185 from 1967)
6
(+1 from 1967)
0.00034
19680
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19676802
(-1936 from 1966)
5
(-3 from 1966)
0.00029
19664866
(+1727 from 1963)
8
(+3 from 1963)
0.00046
19650
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19636593
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00025
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
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
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
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
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
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
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
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
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
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
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Amira

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

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2462021#2052022#992023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#1382021#1432022#952023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3122021#2812022#1472023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1852021#1702022#952023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#2852021#3442022#2422023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1812021#1412022#1172023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1652021#1752022#1162023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1912021#1812022#1022023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2622021#2382022#1362023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1972021#2422022#1202023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#722021#1002022#822023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#4212021#2002022#1332023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1962021#2032022#1222023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1992021#2552022#1532023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2672021#1992022#1362023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2352021#2182022#1072023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2612021#2592022#1732023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#3372021#2392022#1712023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2552021#2572022#1532023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2942021#2022022#1402023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2162021#2172022#1282023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2292021#2612022#1352023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2202021#1872022#1502023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3292021#4092022#1372023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#3072021#3542022#1502023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#592021#482022#982023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2922021#2342022#1422023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1752021#1572022#972023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2702021#2782022#2142023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2932021#3962022#1842023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3422021#1992022#1682023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#3302021#2212022#2492023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1952021#3622022#1582023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#5292021#4042022#2672023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#3282021#3632022#4432023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4232021#4162022#2412023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4092020#3922021#2022023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1852020#1522022#1072023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1222021#2182022#1992023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1832015#2242018#1732019

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2752020#2132021#2272023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1692020#2102021#1942022

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2812021#2512023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1022021#1812023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1882015#1802023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1992007#1652023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1992023

Popularity Rankings for Amira in other Countries and American Territories

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

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#382021#192022#142023

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#462020#492021#442022

Popularity in Spain

Spain flagSpain#512020#552021#522022

Popularity in Basque Country, Spain

Basque Country, Spain flagBasque Country, Spain#812020#572021#552022

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#582021#562022#612023

Popularity in Hungary

Hungary flagHungary#642021#672022#622023

Popularity in Russia (Moscow)

Russia (Moscow) flagRussia (Moscow)#662022#652023#782024

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#1062020#872021#872022

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#1252019#1052020#1262021

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#4332021#2032022#1182023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1662021#1612022#1332023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#1392021#3052022#3022023

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#1602022#1402023

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1892020#1422021#1642022

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#1952021#1892022#1512023

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#1702019#1692020#1532021

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1782019#1762020#1582021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#2842021#2032022#1902023

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#1982014#1932015

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#2112020#3202021#1992022

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3262021#2082022

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#3632021#2602022#3042023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3342021#3922022#2662023

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

Is Amira a Name for Boys or Girls?

Amira is typically a name for girls, commonly used in Arabic-speaking cultures where it conveys nobility and leadership.

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

Amira in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Amira Willighagen (Singer, born 2004): A Dutch soprano who gained fame by winning "Holland's Got Talent" at a young age.
  • Amira Casar (Actress, born 1971): A French actress known for her roles in both French and international films.
  • Amira Ahmed (Model, born 1990): A Somali-British model who has graced the runways for major fashion brands.
  • Amira Hass (Journalist, born 1956): An Israeli journalist and author recognized for her reporting on Palestinian affairs.
  • Amira El Sayed (Actress, born 1991): An Austrian-Egyptian actress featured in various European films and TV series.
  • Amira Yahyaoui (Activist, born 1984): A Tunisian human rights activist and founder of the NGO Al Bawsala.
  • Amira McCarthy (Singer, born 1996): A British singer who is a member of the girl group Neon Jungle.
  • Amira Pocher (TV Presenter, born 1992): A German TV presenter and model known for her work in entertainment television.
  • Amira Ahmed ("The Good Wife," 2009 TV Series): A character involved in legal and political intrigue in this drama series.
  • Amira ("A United Kingdom," 2016 Film): A character in a historical romance about an interracial marriage in the 1940s.
  • Amira ("The Breadwinner," 2017 Animated Film): A minor character in this story of a young girl in Afghanistan who disguises herself as a boy to support her family.
  • "Amira & Sam" (2014 Film): A romantic comedy about an American soldier who falls in love with an Iraqi immigrant.
  • Amira Sood ("Homeland," 2011 TV Series): A character entangled in the world of espionage and political intrigue.
  • "Amira" (Song by K'naan, 2005): A song reflecting on the life and experiences of a woman named Amira.
  • Amira ("The Night Of," 2016 TV Series): A character involved in the complex legal drama of a murder case in New York City.
  • Amira ("Knightfall," 2017 TV Series): A character in this historical drama about the Knights Templar.
  • Amira Park (Dubai, UAE): A well-maintained public park offering green spaces and recreational facilities.
  • Amira River (Queensland, Australia): A river in the northern part of Queensland, flowing through diverse landscapes.
  • Amira Island (British Columbia, Canada): A small island off the coast of British Columbia, featuring natural beauty and wildlife.
  • Amira Garden (Cairo, Egypt): A historic garden in Cairo that provides a peaceful retreat from the bustling city.
  • Amira Village (Punjab, India): A rural village in Punjab known for its agricultural activities and traditional lifestyle.
  • Amira Plaza (Madrid, Spain): A modern commercial plaza located in the heart of Madrid, featuring shops and dining options.
  • Amira Park (Lagos, Nigeria): A community park in Lagos offering playgrounds and sports facilities.
  • Amira Beach (Goa, India): A beautiful beach on the western coast of India, popular for its golden sands and clear waters.

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