What is the origin of the name Amira?

Amira is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Amira?

Amira is currently ranked #136 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Amira?

Amira is pronounced ah-MEE-rah.

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GirlArabic

Amira

ah-MEE-rah

Popularity

#136

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

23,434

Peak Year

#2,181 in 2024

First Recorded

1963

Style

Royal & Regal, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Arabic name meaning 'princess' or 'commander'.

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Mira Amy

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Mira Amy

Spelling Variations

Ameera Emira

Similar Names

Layla Samira Nadia Zara

Personality Traits

NobleIntelligentElegantStrong

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