Amira: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced uh-MEER-uh · 3 syllables
Amira means “princess”, from Arabic.
Borrowed from Arabic (amira, “princess”).
- Meaning
- princess
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- uh-MEER-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #132
- US babies a year
- about 1,842 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Amira?
Amira was the #132 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,168 babies. It’s rising: up 164% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #132 |
| England & Wales | #176 |
| Scotland | #209 |
| Northern Ireland | #228 |
| Ireland | #130 |
| France | #109 |
| Norway | #156 |
| Canada | #95 |
| Australia | #239 |
How old are people named Amira?
Half of US adults named Amira are older than 24; most are between 18 and 45. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Amira
What does the name Amira mean?
Amira means “princess”. It comes from Arabic.
How do you pronounce Amira?
Amira is pronounced uh-MEER-uh.
How popular is the name Amira?
Amira was the #132 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,168 babies. It’s rising: up 164% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Amira?
Half of US adults named Amira are older than 24. Most are between 18 and 45.