Girl Name · Arabic Origin
Amira
Amira — a girl name from the Arabic tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Princess, treetop", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Amyra is on your shortlist, Amira belongs in the same conversation.
Amira meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Princess, treetop
Origin: Arabic naming roots help connect Amira to related Arabic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Amira as A·M·I·R·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Amira is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Amira variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Amiraa, Amirae, Amiray, Amir.
- Nicknames: Ami and A.
- Middle names: Pair Amira with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Amira middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Amyra, Amora, Amara, Amoura, Ainara — full picks on the sibling names for Amira guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Amira? Browse our names like Amira 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 Amira
What does the name Amira mean?
Amira means "Princess, treetop" and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of Amira?
Amira originates in Arabic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Amira?
Amira has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Amira a boy's or girl's name?
Amira is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Amira in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Amira sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Amira?
Names that share Amira's sound and style include Amyra, Amora, Amara, Amoura, Ainara.
What middle names pair well with Amira?
Good middle-name fits for Amira pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Amira is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Amira is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Amira?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Amira share its rhythm without rhyming — Amyra, Amora, Amara all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.