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