Amir

Boy's name

Amir is an Arabic name derived from the word "amara," meaning "to command" or "to rule."

Meaning Prince
Origin Arabic
U.S. births in 2023 3,625 Rising
Peak year 2023

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Amir Khan - British boxer, former unified light-welterweight world champion.
  • Amir Arison - American actor, known for role in "The Blacklist."
  • Amir Khusrow - Persian poet, musician, and scholar from India.
  • Amir Blumenfeld - American comedian, writer, and actor.
  • Amir Haddad - French-Israeli singer, known for "The Voice France."
  • Amir Johnson - American basketball player, NBA forward.
  • Amir Liaquat - Pakistani television host and politician.
  • Amir Garrett - American baseball pitcher for Cincinnati Reds.
  • Amir ElSaffar - Iraqi-American musician, composer, and trumpeter.

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