Emir
Emir is a Muslim boy name of Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Amīr origin, meaning “Commander, prince, leader”.
| Meaning | Commander, prince, leader |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Amīr |
| Written as | أمير |
| Pronunciation | eh-MEER |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Bosnia, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Emir
Emir is how Turkish and Bosnian speakers say the Arabic amīr, meaning a commander, prince or leader; its root is the verb 'to command'. The word became the title emir for rulers throughout Islamic history. ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb was the first to use amīr al-muʾminīn, 'commander of the believers', as the caliph's title. As a first name, Emir is very popular in both Turkey and Bosnia today.
Is Emir a Muslim name?
Emir is an established Muslim name, the Turkish and Bosnian version of Amīr.
How popular is Emir?
Among the favourite boys' names in Turkey and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Gifts with the name Emir
- Emir name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Emir baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Emir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emir mean?
Emir means 'Commander, prince, leader'. It is of Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Amīr origin.
Is Emir a Muslim name?
Emir is an established Muslim name, the Turkish and Bosnian version of Amīr.
How do you pronounce Emir?
Emir is pronounced eh-MEER.
Is Emir a boy or girl name?
Emir is usually a boy name.