Elmir
Elmir is a Muslim boy name of Azerbaijani (Turkic + Arabic) origin, meaning “Ruler of the people; prince of the nation”.
| Meaning | Ruler of the people; prince of the nation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Azerbaijani (Turkic + Arabic) |
| Written as | المیر |
| Pronunciation | el-MEER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Azerbaijan, Caucasus, Iran, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Elmir
Elmir is an Azerbaijani creation that pairs the Turkic el, people or nation, with mir, a clipped form of the Arabic amīr, a commander or prince. Joined together they suggest a leader of his people, a prince of the nation. It is a relatively modern coinage and is extremely widespread in Azerbaijan. Tatars, Bosniaks and other Turkic-speaking Muslim communities also use it.
Is Elmir a Muslim name?
Elmir is not a classical Arabic name, though half of it comes from the Arabic amīr, and it is commonly given in Muslim Azerbaijan and the Caucasus.
How popular is Elmir?
Very widespread in Azerbaijan and among Azerbaijanis living in Iran, Russia and Turkey.
Gifts with the name Elmir
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Spellings and variants of Elmir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elmir mean?
Elmir means 'Ruler of the people; prince of the nation'. It is of Azerbaijani (Turkic + Arabic) origin.
Is Elmir a Muslim name?
Elmir is not a classical Arabic name, though half of it comes from the Arabic amīr, and it is commonly given in Muslim Azerbaijan and the Caucasus.
How do you pronounce Elmir?
Elmir is pronounced el-MEER.
Is Elmir a boy or girl name?
Elmir is usually a boy name.