Amir is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #105 in 2025 with 3,297 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 3,626 births ranking #100. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 818.4%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 518 boys born was named Amir. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.