Amira
Amira is a girls' name of Arabic origin meaning “princess, commander.” It ranked #132 in the United States in 2025. Amira is an Arabic name meaning 'princess' or 'commander.'
Torn between Amira and another name? Ask family and friends to vote
how do you pronounce Amira?
ah-MEER-ah
where does the name Amira come from?
Amira and its masculine counterpart Amir come from the Arabic amir, emir, variously rendered as princess, commander or ruler: three glosses of a single root.
It is the feminine form of Amir. The name is used across the Arabic-speaking world, as well as in Hebrew, Turkish, and South Asian communities.
how popular is this name?
Amira has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 28 years since 1998. It peaked at #131 in 2023, and ranked #132 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #132 |
| 2024 | #136 |
| 2023 | #131 |
| 2022 | #209 |
| 2021 | #219 |
| 2020 | #283 |
| 2019 | #283 |
| 2018 | #315 |
| 2017 | #317 |
| 2016 | #373 |
| 2010 | #495 |
| 2000 | #835 |
| 1998 | #916 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Amira fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Amira?
- Amira Willighagen (Dutch singer)
- Amira Casar (British-French actress)
what are the nicknames and variants of Amira?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Amira?
what names go well with Amira?
Sibling names that share Amira's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Amira
What does the name Amira mean?
Amira means “princess, commander”.
What is the origin of the name Amira?
Amira comes from the Arabic naming tradition. Related forms include Ameera and Amirah.
How popular is the name Amira?
Amira ranked #132 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2023, at #131, and it has spent 28 years in the top 1,000 since 1998.
Is Amira a boy or girl name?
Amira is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Amira?
Amira is pronounced ah-MEER-ah, with 3 syllables.
Last updated · Curated by HushName editorial
love Amira? get 10 more names curated for your family.
Popularity rankings and meanings are just the starting point. Our AI consultant finds names that match your heritage, style, and what matters most to you.
Completely free. No credit card required.
Start your free session