Amir is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. It is commonly used in the Middle East and North Africa, as well as in other Muslim-majority countries. The name Amir means "prince" or "commander" in Arabic, and is often given to boys who are expected to be leaders or have a strong personality. It has also become a popular name among Muslim families living in Western countries.
Amir rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 119. Myles
- Rank 120. Harrison
- Rank 121. August
- Rank 122. Bryson
- Rank 123. Amir
- Rank 124. Giovanni
- Rank 125. Chase
- Rank 126. Diego
- Rank 127. Milo
Nicknames for Amir
| Ammi | AH-me | A common shortening of the name Amir. |
| Miri | MEER-ee | A nickname that is commonly used for Amir in Israel. |
| Ams | AH-ms | A simple and common nickname for Amir. |
| Miro | MEER-oh | A nickname that is commonly used for Amir in Italy. |
| Ameer | AH-meer | A common variation of the name Amir that is sometimes used as a nickname. |
Famous people named Amir
| Amir Khan | Boxing | Former unified light-welterweight world champion |
| Amir Khusro | Poetry | 13th-century Sufi poet and musician |
| Amir Arison | Acting | American actor known for his role in the TV series "The Blacklist |
| Amir Haddad | Music | French-Israeli singer and songwriter, represented France in Eurovision 2016 |
| Amir Johnson | Basketball | American professional basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers |
| Amir Liaquat Hussain | Media | Pakistani television host, politician, and religious scholar |
| Amir ElSaffar | Music | Iraqi-American trumpeter and composer, known for his work in jazz and Middle Eastern music |
| Amir Peretz | Politics | Israeli politician and former Minister of Defense |
| Amir Vahedi | Poker | Iranian-American professional poker player |
| Amir Zaki | Art | Pakistani contemporary artist known for his paintings and sculptures. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Amir
| What is the meaning of the name Amir? | The name Amir means 'prince' or 'commander' in Arabic. |
| What is the origin of the name Amir? | The name Amir has Arabic origins. |
| Is Amir a common name? | Amir is a popular name in many countries, including Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. |
| Is Amir a male or female name? | Amir is typically a male name, although it can be used for females in some cultures. |
| What are some variations of the name Amir? | Variations of the name Amir include Ameer, Emir, and Amira (used for females). |
| Who are some famous people named Amir? | Famous people named Amir include boxer Amir Khan, filmmaker Amir Bar-Lev, and musician Amir ElSaffar. |
| What is the popularity of the name Amir? | The popularity of the name Amir varies by country and year. In the United States, it ranked as the 344th most popular name for boys in 2020. |