Amir
Amir is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Prince, commander, leader”.
| Meaning | Prince, commander, leader |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أمير |
| Pronunciation | ah-MEER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Pakistan, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Amir
Amir means 'commander' or 'prince', from a root meaning 'to command'. The title Amīr al-Muʾminīn, Commander of the Faithful, was taken by ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb and later caliphs, and the Sufi poet of Delhi, Amir Khusrau, carried it as his name. Iranians, Bosniaks, Pakistanis and Arabs all use it widely. In English, the different name ʿĀmir is often written the same way.
Is Amir a Muslim name?
Amir is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'leader' or 'prince'.
How popular is Amir?
Amir is used across the Muslim world, particularly in Iran, Bosnia and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Amir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amir mean?
Amir means 'Prince, commander, leader'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Amir a Muslim name?
Amir is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'leader' or 'prince'.
How do you pronounce Amir?
Amir is pronounced ah-MEER.
Is Amir a boy or girl name?
Amir is usually a boy name.