Amira
Amira is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Princess, leader”.
| Meaning | Princess, leader |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أميرة |
| Pronunciation | ah-MEE-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, North Africa, Balkans, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Amira
Amira is the feminine of Amīr, from a root meaning 'to command', and it is the everyday Arabic word for a princess. It is a favourite name in Egypt, the Maghreb, Bosnia and Western countries, partly because it is so easy to say in many languages. Bosnian and Turkish families also use a related form, Emira. Its meaning gives it a gentle sense of dignity.
Is Amira a Muslim name?
Amira is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'princess'.
How popular is Amira?
Amira is popular across the Arab world, the Balkans and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Amira
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Spellings and variants of Amira
Names similar to Amira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amira mean?
Amira means 'Princess, leader'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Amira a Muslim name?
Amira is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'princess'.
How do you pronounce Amira?
Amira is pronounced ah-MEE-rah.
Is Amira a boy or girl name?
Amira is usually a girl name.