أميرة
Amira
Amira 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 Amira
Amīra is the feminine of Amīr and the everyday Arabic word for 'princess'. It is a favourite in Egypt, the Maghreb, Bosnia and the West, and is easy to pronounce in many languages. In Bosnia and Turkey the related form Emira is also used.
Is Amira a Muslim name?
Yes. Amira is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'princess'.
Where is the name Amira used?
Popular across the Arab world, the Balkans and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Amira
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Spellings and variants of Amira
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More girl names like Amira
Aaisha — Living, alive; she who lives wellAala — Blessings, favours of GodAaleyah — Exalted, high, loftyAaliya — High, exalted, sublimeAaliyah — Exalted, sublime, highestAamaal — Hopes, aspirationsAamila — Hard-working, one who actsAamina — Safe, secure, at peaceAanisa — Friendly, good-natured; young ladyAbeer — Fragrance, perfumeAbir — Fragrance, scent of flowersAda — IslandAdila — Just, fair, upright womanAfaf — Chastity, modesty, virtueAhlam — Dreams, visionsAhsen — Best, most beautifulAicha — Living, alive; she who lives wellAida — Returning; visitor
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amira mean?
Amira means 'Princess, leader'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Amira a Muslim name?
Yes. Amira is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'princess'.
How do you write Amira in Arabic?
Amira is written أميرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Amira?
Amira is pronounced ah-MEE-rah.