Aamir

Boy Name #1,916 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A princely Arabic name commanding respect since antiquity

Arabic Pakistani Indian Muslim African

Strong Elegant Classic Royal Spiritual

Meaning & Origin

"prince, commander"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Arabic

The Story of Aamir

Aamir (or Amir) comes from the Arabic root 'amara' meaning to command or to prosper, giving the name meanings of prince, commander, and prosperous. The doubled 'a' in the spelling is a phonetic emphasis common in South Asian transliterations of Arabic names. Amir is one of the most storied Arabic names, borne by rulers, commanders, and scholars throughout Islamic history.

Aamir is consistently popular in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Arab countries. In the West, Bollywood star Aamir Khan has been a significant ambassador of the name, introducing it to global audiences through his acclaimed films and humanitarian work.

Amir/Aamir is a title as well as a name in Arabic — an Amir was a prince, military commander, or leader. The title 'Emir' (the anglicized form) is still used for Gulf Arab royalty today. In Islamic history, great military and political leaders bore this title-turned-name.

Fun Facts

The Arabic title Emir (from Amir) is still used for the ruling monarchs of Qatar, Kuwait, and other Gulf states
Aamir Khan is widely regarded as one of Bollywood's greatest actors, known for perfectionism and social impact films like 'Lagaan' and 'Dangal'

Aamir in Other Languages

Urdu عامر

Arabic عامر

Hebrew אמיר

Persian امیر

Turkish Emir

Famous People Named Aamir

Amir Khan

Athlete

1986

British professional boxer and former WBA light-welterweight world champion

Aamir Khan

Actor

1965

Indian film actor, director, and producer widely considered one of Bollywood's greatest talents

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,916
Total SSA Count: 82
Cultural Origins: Arabic Pakistani Indian Muslim African
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Ami

Pairs Well With

Aamir Ali Aamir Khan Aamir Hassan Aamir Raza Aamir Ibrahim Aamir Yusuf

Sibling Names

Fatima Zara Imran Sana Bilal Amira

Also a Girl Name

Aamir is also used as a girl name, ranked #26029.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aamir

What does the name Aamir mean?

"prince, commander" (from Arabic). Aamir (or Amir) comes from the Arabic root 'amara' meaning to command or to prosper, giving the name meanings of prince, commander, and prosperous. The doubled 'a' in the spelling is a phonetic emphasis common in South Asian transliterations of Arabic names. Amir is one of the most storied Arabic names, borne by rulers, commanders, and scholars throughout Islamic history.

What is the origin of the name Aamir?

Aamir has Arabic, Pakistani, Indian Muslim, and African origins. In Arabic, it means "prince, commander".

Is Aamir a boy or girl name?

Aamir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1916. As a girl name, it is ranked #26029. Aamir is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Aamir?

Aamir is currently ranked #1916 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Aamir?

Common nicknames for Aamir include Ami.

What are good middle names for Aamir?

Popular middle name pairings include Aamir Ali, Aamir Khan, Aamir Hassan, Aamir Raza, Aamir Ibrahim, and Aamir Yusuf.

What are good sibling names for Aamir?

Names that pair well with Aamir as siblings include Fatima, Zara, Imran, Sana, Bilal, and Amira.

How many syllables does Aamir have?

Aamir has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Aamir a common or rare name?

Aamir is an uncommon name, ranked #1916 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Aamir

Aamir is a boy name with Arabic, Pakistani, Indian Muslim, and African origins . The name means "prince, commander" in Arabic .

Is Aamir a boy or girl name? Aamir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,916 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #26,029. Aamir is more commonly used as a boy name.

Aamir is currently ranked #1,916 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Aamir has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Aamir include Ami. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.