Amir

Commonly associated with ‘prince’ or ‘commander/leader’ in Arabic usage.

Amir is a masculine name used widely across Arabic-speaking regions and in many communities beyond them. In everyday meaning it’s commonly associated with ‘prince’ or with leadership and command, reflecting how the underlying word has been used as a title in historical and social contexts. Etymologically, Amir is often linked to the Arabic أمير (amīr). Because the name travels across scripts, you may see different Latin spellings such as Amir or Ameer; the variation usually reflects transliteration preference rather than a change in identity. Pronunciation in English is often ah-MEER. A practical tip is to stress the second syllable and to settle on one preferred Latin spelling for consistency across documents.

Etymology: Often linked to Arabic أمير (amīr), used historically as a title meaning ‘commander’ and, in many contexts, understood as ‘prince’.