Boy name
Amir name meaning
“leader, commander”
Amir is a masculine name from Arabic amīr, meaning leader or commander. The source word also conveys the sense of someone who gives orders. Alongside its use as a given name, amīr serves as a title, connecting the name directly with the language of leadership and command.
What does Amir mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Amir
From Arabic amīr, meaning leader or commander. Besides serving as a title, it is used as a given name.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Amir in Islam and the Quran
Amir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Amir
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Amir, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Amir as a first name
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Interpretation
May this leader open paths that bring contentment to the heart.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Fatih: opener, conqueror
- Reza: contentment, willing acceptance
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Amir Daffa
Interpretation
May this leader defend others and keep approaching danger away.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
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Amir Wakur
Interpretation
May this leader possess composure together with a dignified presence.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Wakur: composed and dignified
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Interpretation
A picture of a calm, dignified leader, fragrant as aromatic plants.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Raihan: a fragrant aromatic plant
- Wakur: composed and dignified
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Amir Mifta
Interpretation
May this leader hold the key that opens a path.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Mifta: a key, an opening tool
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Amir Rizky
Interpretation
May this leader bring the provisions needed to sustain life.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Rizky: sustenance, provision
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Interpretation
May this leader achieve success through a path of goodness.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Khairi: associated with goodness; charitable
- Fauzul: success, attainment of victory
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Amir Mugni
Interpretation
May this leader provide enough to meet the needs of life.Meaning of each word
- Amir: leader, commander
- Mugni: one who grants sufficiency
Amir as a middle name
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Interpretation
May this leader serve with patience and an open heart.Meaning of each word
- Hilmi: patient and forbearing
- Amir: leader, commander
- Dul: servant, devotee
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Interpretation
A picture of a leader acting precisely, fragrant like aromatic plants.Meaning of each word
- Saiba: correct; sound in judgment
- Amir: leader, commander
- Raihan: a fragrant aromatic plant
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Interpretation
May this leader keep growing, accompanied by the light of dawn.Meaning of each word
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
- Amir: leader, commander
- Fajri: relating to dawn
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Interpretation
A picture of a hopeful leader arriving as a nighttime visitor.Meaning of each word
- Thoriq: a visitor arriving at night
- Amir: leader, commander
- Raji: one who hopes
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Interpretation
May this leader be accepting, calm, and dignified in bearing.Meaning of each word
- Radi: content, satisfied or accepting
- Amir: leader, commander
- Wakur: composed and dignified
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Interpretation
May this leader receive help toward success and provisions for life.Meaning of each word
- Topik: help toward success
- Amir: leader, commander
- Riski: sustenance, provision for life
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Interpretation
A picture of a leader bringing plant fragrance, safety, and wellbeing.Meaning of each word
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Amir: leader, commander
- Salamat: safety and well-being
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Interpretation
May this leader be honest and trustworthy while bringing life's provisions.Meaning of each word
- Sadik: truthful, trustworthy
- Amir: leader, commander
- Rizky: sustenance, provision
Amir as a last name
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Khairi Amir
Interpretation
May this leader always remain close to goodness throughout life.Meaning of each word
- Khairi: associated with goodness; charitable
- Amir: leader, commander
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Interpretation
May this leader retain a natural character and be surrounded by joy.Meaning of each word
- Masrur: filled with joy
- Fitrianto: natural, innate
- Amir: leader, commander
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Rafi Amir
Interpretation
May this leader possess nobility and hold an elevated position.Meaning of each word
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
- Amir: leader, commander
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Interpretation
May this leader provide sufficiency, offer help, and give support.Meaning of each word
- Mugni: one who grants sufficiency
- Rafid: one who helps or supports
- Amir: leader, commander
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Raji Amir
Interpretation
May this leader always hold hope throughout the course of life.Meaning of each word
- Raji: one who hopes
- Amir: leader, commander
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Interpretation
May this leader be honest, trustworthy, and natural in character.Meaning of each word
- Sadik: truthful, trustworthy
- Fitrianto: natural, innate
- Amir: leader, commander
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Havid Amir
Interpretation
May this leader guard and care well for what is entrusted.Meaning of each word
- Havid: guardian; preserver
- Amir: leader, commander
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Wardi Amir
Interpretation
A picture of a leader with rose nuances accompanying his presence.Meaning of each word
- Wardi: rose-like or rose-colored
- Amir: leader, commander
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How to pronounce Amir
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
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| IPA | /amir/ |
| Arabic script | أمير |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦩꦶꦂ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮙᮤᮁ |
Is Amir a boy’s name?
Yes, Amir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 87% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Amir ranks #74 among boy names in our data sample (186 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Amir
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Amir
- Amir Hamzah · b. 1911
- Amir Sjarifoeddin · b. 1907
- Amir Machmud · b. 1923
- Amir Pasaribu · b. 1915
- Amir Syamsuddin · b. 1946
- Amir Hamidy · b. 1978
- Amir Yusuf Pohan · b. 1971
- Amir Fatah
- Amir Hasan Kiai Bondan · b. 1882
- Amir Murtono · b. 1924
- Amir Rumra
- Amir Syarifuddin · b. 1937
FAQ about the name Amir
What is the meaning of Amir?
Amir means leader, commander. From Arabic amīr, meaning leader or commander. Besides serving as a title, it is used as a given name.
Is Amir a boy’s name?
Yes, Amir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 87% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Amir?
Amir is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Amir in the Quran?
Amir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Amir have?
Amir has 2 syllables (A-mir) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Amir?
Amir ranks #74 among boy names in our data sample (186 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Amir?
Some ideas: Amir Fatih Reza; Hilmi Amir Dul; Khairi Amir.
Famous people named Amir?
Notable people named Amir include Amir Hamzah, Amir Sjarifoeddin, Amir Machmud.
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