Emir
Emir is a boys' name of Turkish origin meaning “prince, commander.” It ranked #551 in the United States in 2025. Emir is a Turkish and Arabic name meaning 'prince' or 'commander.'
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how do you pronounce Emir?
eh-MEER
where does the name Emir come from?
From the Arabic title emir or amir; in Turkish the word carries the senses of command, order, prince and local king.
The title 'emir' has been used historically across the Islamic world for military commanders and rulers. In Turkey, it has become one of the most popular modern boy's names, carrying an air of leadership and nobility.
how popular is this name?
Emir has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 7 years since 2019. It peaked at #551 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #551 |
| 2024 | #558 |
| 2023 | #583 |
| 2022 | #623 |
| 2021 | #694 |
| 2020 | #650 |
| 2019 | #922 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Emir fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Emir?
- Emir Kusturica (Serbian filmmaker)
what are the nicknames and variants of Emir?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Emir?
what names go well with Emir?
Sibling names that share Emir's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Emir
What does the name Emir mean?
Emir means “prince, commander”.
What is the origin of the name Emir?
Emir comes from the Turkish naming tradition. Related forms include Amir.
How popular is the name Emir?
Emir ranked #551 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Emir a boy or girl name?
Emir is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Emir?
Emir is pronounced eh-MEER, with 2 syllables.
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