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Amira

Amira is a girl name of Arabic origin, meaning Princess, commander.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginArabic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#255

What does Amira mean?

Princess, commander

How popular is Amira?

Popularity in the United States

Amira has been given to 16,372 babies in the United States since 1963, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 1,478 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Amira per year in the United States, 1963–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Amira has been given to 8,907 babies in France since 1972, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Amira per year in France, 1972–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 5,395 people called Amira living in Spain, with an average age of 7.2.

16,372 Babies named since 1963
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Amira

What does the name Amira mean?

Amira means Princess, commander. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Amira a boy's or a girl's name?

Amira is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Amira?

Amira has been given to 16,372 babies in the United States since 1963, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.