"prince, commander"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Aamir
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A princely Arabic name commanding respect since antiquity
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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.
Historical Record
Aamir first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 2,616 babies have been named Aamir in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aamir is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,916 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#1,916
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Aamir
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Amir Khan
Athlete
1986
British professional boxer and former WBA light-welterweight world champion
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Aamir Khan
Actor
1965
Indian film actor, director, and producer widely considered one of Bollywood's greatest talents
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- 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
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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.
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