Amira - girls name

Amira name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 97%

Amira name meaning:

The name Amira has roots in several cultures, including Arabic, Hebrew, and Swahili. In Arabic, it is derived from the word "amir," which means "prince" or "ruler." As a feminine name, Amira carries the interpretation of "princess" or "noble lady." In Hebrew, Amira is believed to be a variation of the name Miriam, meaning "beloved" or "wished-for child." In Swahili, Amira is associated with the word "amir" meaning "prosperous" or "successful."

The name Amira embodies qualities of leadership, strength, and elegance. It represents a person who is confident and possesses a regal presence. The name also carries a sense of grace and beauty, symbolizing a person of high status. It suggests someone who is cherished and loved, or someone who brings prosperity and success. Overall, the name Amira encompasses positive attributes associated with nobility, ambition, and capability.

Origin: Arabic

Princess.

Related names

Amira , Ameera

Other girls names beginning with A

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 158 out of 5581

327 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    23
  • 5yrs

    39
  • 1yr

    18

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (363)

Historical popularity of Amira

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Amira from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Amira in 2024