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Jonathan vs Amir

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

Jonathan Rank #83
Amir Rank #95

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathan or Amir more popular?

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

What do Jonathan and Amir mean?

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

Are Jonathan and Amir boy or girl names?

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

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