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Amir vs Eli

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amir

Boy #95 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, commander"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Persian Turkish Hebrew Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#95
Total SSA Count
3,625
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amir Rank #95
Eli Rank #92

Eli is more popular, ranked #92 vs #95 for Amir.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amir or Eli more popular?

Eli is more popular, ranked #92 compared to Amir at #95 in the United States.

What do Amir and Eli mean?

Amir means "prince, commander" (Arabic origin). Eli means "ascended, high" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amir and Eli boy or girl names?

Amir is primarily a boy name. Eli is primarily a boy name.

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