Ameera
Ameera is a Muslim girl name meaning “Princess, leader”.
| Meaning | Princess, leader |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أميرة |
| Pronunciation | ah-MEE-rah |
| Arabic root | أ م ر (ʾ-m-r) — to command |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ameera
Ameera is the feminine of Amīr and means 'princess' or 'female leader'; in modern Arabic amīra is the everyday word for princess. The Ameera spelling, with a long 'ee', is favoured in South Asia, Britain and North America, while Arab families usually write Amira.
Is Ameera a Muslim name?
Yes. Ameera is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'princess'.
Where is the name Ameera used?
Popular in South Asia, the Gulf and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Ameera
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ameera mean?
Ameera means 'Princess, leader'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ameera a Muslim name?
Yes. Ameera is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'princess'.
How do you write Ameera in Arabic?
Ameera is written أميرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ameera?
Ameera is pronounced ah-MEE-rah.