Amira
Female nameArabic
✨ Meaning
Amira is the feminine form of Amir and means 'princess,' 'commander' or 'one who leads,' from the Arabic root 'amara,' to command. The same root gives English the word emir. There is also an unrelated Hebrew name Amira meaning 'speech' or 'ear of grain,' so the name sits at a genuine crossroads of two traditions, and parents from either background can claim it as their own.
🌍 Origin
Amira has long been used across the Arabic-speaking world and in Muslim communities from West Africa to Southeast Asia. Its three-syllable shape and open vowels made it an easy transplant into English, French and German, and it has been climbing steadily in Europe and North America since the 2000s as parents look beyond the familiar Amelia and Amara.
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⭐ Famous People Named Amira
- Amira Willighagen
- Amira Casar
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does Amira mean?
Amira means 'princess' or 'commander' in Arabic, the feminine form of Amir. A separate Hebrew name Amira means 'speech' or 'ear of grain.'
How do you pronounce Amira?
The usual English pronunciation is ah-MEER-ah, with the stress on the middle syllable.
Is Amira related to Amara?
They are separate names with different roots, but they sound similar and are often considered together by parents drawn to soft three-syllable options.