Boy name
Emir name meaning
“commander, ruler”
Emir is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning commander or ruler. It is a form of Amir and comes from the Arabic word amīr. That word also serves as a title, giving the name a direct connection to a term used for leadership or rule.
What does Emir mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Emir
Emir is a form of Amir, from Arabic amīr, meaning a commander or ruler. The word also serves as a title.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Emir in Islam and the Quran
Emir 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 Emir
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Emir, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Emir: commander, ruler
- Saiba: correct; sound in judgment
- Muttaqien: those who are God-conscious
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Meaning of each word
- Emir: commander, ruler
- Fachrul: pride, honor
- Sopiyan: swift-moving
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Emir Sahrul
Meaning of each word
- Emir: commander, ruler
- Sahrul: month
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Meaning of each word
- Saadi: associated with happiness or good fortune
- Emir: commander, ruler
- Mashum: protected from sin
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Emir Nuzul
Meaning of each word
- Emir: commander, ruler
- Nuzul: descent, arrival
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Meaning of each word
- Emir: commander, ruler
- Basar: sight or the ability to see
- Rodja: hope
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How to pronounce Emir
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ɛmir/ |
| Arabic script | أمير |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦩꦶꦂ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮈᮙᮤᮁ |
Is Emir a boy’s name?
Yes, Emir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Emir ranks #1,803 among boy names in our data sample (10 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Emir
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Emir
- Emir Mahira · b. 1997
- Emir Moeis
- Emir Hermono · b. 1991
- Emir Baramuli · b. 1957
- Emir Mauludi Husni · b. 1967
- Sutan Emir Hidayat · b. 1981
FAQ about the name Emir
What is the meaning of Emir?
Emir means commander, ruler. Emir is a form of Amir, from Arabic amīr, meaning a commander or ruler. The word also serves as a title.
Is Emir a boy’s name?
Yes, Emir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Emir?
Emir is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Emir in the Quran?
Emir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Emir have?
Emir has 2 syllables (E-mir) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Emir?
Emir ranks #1,803 among boy names in our data sample (10 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Emir?
Some ideas: Emir Saiba Muttaqien; Emir Fachrul Sopiyan; Emir Sahrul.
Famous people named Emir?
Notable people named Emir include Emir Mahira, Emir Moeis, Emir Hermono.
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