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Amir vs Jonathan

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
Jonathan Rank #83

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 vs #95 for Amir.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amir or Jonathan more popular?

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 compared to Amir at #95 in the United States.

What do Amir and Jonathan mean?

Amir means "prince, commander" (Arabic origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Amir and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Amir is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.

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