Amir is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #306 in 2016 with 158 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 254 births ranking #195. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 53.4%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 2,101 boys born was named Amir. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Amir is an Arabic name meaning "prince" or "commander". It is crisp, international, and backed by a clear and well-established meaning.
The name comes from a title used in Arabic-speaking societies and later spread far beyond them. Its long use in many Muslim and non-Muslim communities has helped make it widely recognisable.