Amar
Amar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (Balkan form); also an unrelated Sanskrit name origin, meaning “Long-lived; one who builds and prospers”.
| Meaning | Long-lived; one who builds and prospers |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Balkan form); also an unrelated Sanskrit name |
| Written as | عمار |
| Pronunciation | AH-mar |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bosnia And Herzegovina, Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Amar
For Bosniaks and Arabs, Amar is tied to the root ʿ-m-r, which carries ideas of long life, building and flourishing, and it is usually seen as a version of ʿAmmār or ʿAmār. In Bosnia it ranks among the favourite names for boys. Quite separately, Amar is also a Sanskrit name meaning 'immortal' that Hindu and Sikh families in India use, so the sense depends on the family's background.
Is Amar a Muslim name?
Taken in its Arabic sense, Amar belongs with ʿAmmār and is a very common Muslim name among Bosniaks. Since the same spelling is a Hindu name in India, some families choose Ammar instead.
How popular is Amar?
Amar is very popular in Bosnia and Herzegovina and used in the Arab world, and it is also common among Hindus and Sikhs in India.
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Spellings and variants of Amar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amar mean?
Amar means 'Long-lived; one who builds and prospers'. It is of Arabic (Balkan form); also an unrelated Sanskrit name origin.
Is Amar a Muslim name?
Taken in its Arabic sense, Amar belongs with ʿAmmār and is a very common Muslim name among Bosniaks. Since the same spelling is a Hindu name in India, some families choose Ammar instead.
How do you pronounce Amar?
Amar is pronounced AH-mar.
Is Amar a boy or girl name?
Amar is usually a boy name.