Boy Name · Sanskrit Origin
Amar
Amar is a boy baby name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "Immortal, long-lived". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Amar often also consider Anwar.
Amar meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Immortal, long-lived
Origin: Sanskrit naming roots help connect Amar to related Sanskrit baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Amar as A·M·A·R, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Amar is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Amar variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Amara, Amare, Amary.
- Nicknames: Amar works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Amar with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Amar middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Anwar, Amir, Amari, Amiri, Ameer — full picks on the sibling names for Amar guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Amar? Browse our names like Amar guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Amar
What does the name Amar mean?
Amar means "Immortal, long-lived" and is of Sanskrit origin.
What is the origin of Amar?
Amar originates in Sanskrit naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Amar?
Amar has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Amar a boy's or girl's name?
Amar is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Amar in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Amar sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Amar?
Names that share Amar's sound and style include Anwar, Amir, Amari, Amiri, Ameer.
What middle names pair well with Amar?
Good middle-name fits for Amar pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Amar is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Amar is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Amar?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Amar share its rhythm without rhyming — Anwar, Amir, Amari all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.