"immortal, eternal"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Amar
Pronunciation: [ uhm-AHR ]
Boy Name
#1,241 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
Immortal across languages and cultures
Indian
Arabic
African
French
Spiritual
Classic
Elegant
Strong
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
"one who lives long, builder"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
"to love"
Origin: French
Language: French
The Story of Amar
Amar has multiple independent origins across cultures. In Sanskrit, it means immortal or eternal, from a- (not) + mara (death). In Arabic, it means one who builds or lives long. In the Punjabi Sikh tradition, it carries deep spiritual significance. The name also exists in French as a form of the verb aimer (to love), though this is less common as a name.
Amar has been consistently popular in South Asian communities worldwide and is experiencing crossover appeal as multicultural names gain mainstream recognition. NBA star Amar'e Stoudemire brought the name to American sports culture.
In Sikhism, Guru Amar Das was the third Sikh Guru (1479-1574), making the name deeply revered in the Sikh community. In Hinduism, Amar refers to the immortal quality of the soul (atman), giving it profound spiritual weight.
Fun Facts
- Guru Amar Das, the third Sikh Guru, lived to be 95 years old — perhaps embodying the name's immortal meaning
- Amar appears in multiple unrelated language families with positive meanings
Amar in Other Languages
Hindi
अमर
Arabic
عمار
Punjabi
ਅਮਰ
Spanish
Amar
Famous People Named Amar
A
Amar'e Stoudemire
Athlete
1982
NBA basketball player who played for the Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks
G
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,241
- Total SSA Count
- 160
- Cultural Origins
- Indian Arabic African French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Am
Ammy
Pairs Well With
Amar Singh
Amar Dev
Amar Raj
Amar Preet
Amar Veer
Amar Khan
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Amar is also used as a girl name, ranked #7188.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amar
What does the name Amar mean?
"immortal, eternal" (from Sanskrit). "one who lives long, builder" (from Arabic). "to love" (from French). Amar has multiple independent origins across cultures. In Sanskrit, it means immortal or eternal, from a- (not) + mara (death). In Arabic, it means one who builds or lives long. In the Punjabi Sikh tradition, it carries deep spiritual significance. The name also exists in French as a form of the verb aimer (to love), though this is less common as a name.
What is the origin of the name Amar?
Amar has Sanskrit, Arabic, French, Indian, and African origins. In Sanskrit, it means "immortal, eternal". In Arabic, it means "one who lives long, builder". In French, it means "to love".
Is Amar a boy or girl name?
Amar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1241. As a girl name, it is ranked #7188. Amar is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Amar?
Amar is pronounced uhm-AHR.
How popular is the name Amar?
Amar is currently ranked #1241 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amar?
Common nicknames for Amar include Am and Ammy.
What are good middle names for Amar?
Popular middle name pairings include Amar Singh, Amar Dev, Amar Raj, Amar Preet, Amar Veer, and Amar Khan.
What are good sibling names for Amar?
Names that pair well with Amar as siblings include Arjun, Nisha, Priya, Rohan, Ananya, and Vikram.
How many syllables does Amar have?
Amar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Amar a common or rare name?
Amar is an uncommon name, ranked #1241 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Amar
Amar is a boy name with Indian, Arabic, African, and French origins . The name means "immortal, eternal" in Sanskrit .
Is Amar a boy or girl name? Amar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,241 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,188. Amar is more commonly used as a boy name.
Amar is currently ranked #1,241 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Amar has 2 syllables and is pronounced uhm-AHR, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Amar include Am and Ammy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Amar include Amari, Amado, Amani, Amadeus, Amarion . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.