Emira
Emira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Princess, leader”.
| Meaning | Princess, leader |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bosnian form of Arabic Amīra |
| Arabic spelling | أميرة |
| Pronunciation | eh-MEE-rah |
| Arabic root | أ م ر (ʾ-m-r) — to command |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Emira
Emira is the feminine of Emir and the Bosnian form of the Arabic Amīra, meaning princess or female leader. The e- spelling is typical of how Arabic names were adapted in the Balkans. It is a well-known name among Bosniak and Albanian Muslim women.
Is Emira a Muslim name?
Yes. Emira is a Muslim name, the Balkan form of the Arabic Amira, 'princess'.
Where is the name Emira used?
Most common among Bosniaks and Albanians in the Balkans.
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Spellings and variants of Emira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emira mean?
Emira means 'Princess, leader'. It comes from Bosnian form of Arabic Amīra.
Is Emira a Muslim name?
Yes. Emira is a Muslim name, the Balkan form of the Arabic Amira, 'princess'.
How do you write Emira in Arabic?
Emira is written أميرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Emira?
Emira is pronounced eh-MEE-rah.