Amir
«Prince, leader»
The constellation of Amir · every letter is a star; its height set by its numerology
Meaning of Amir
«Prince, leader»
That is what Amir carries inside: a name of Arabic origin with centuries behind it.
Amir at a glance
Origin: Arabic
Symbolizes: freedom, adventure and wit
Numerology: Expression 5 · Soul 1 · Personality 4
Ruling planet: Mercury (number 5)
Day: Wednesday Color: Green Stone: Emerald
Popularity: #110 in the U.S. (2020–2025)
Numerology & planet
Free, curious and communicative; born for adventure.
About the name Amir
Its expression number is 5 — Mercury's terrain. Free, curious and adventurous. That is why Amir tends to convey freedom, adventure and wit.
The personality of Amir in numerology
A name is read through three numbers. Here is what Amir's say:
Expression 5 · Mercury: Free, curious and adventurous.
Soul 1 · Sun: deep down, it is drawn to independence and achievement.
Personality 4 · Uranus: right away, it leaves an impression that is reliable and grounded.
The origin of Amir
Arabic names are poetic and melodic, often tied to light, beauty and the divine. Amir grows out of that history: a «Prince, leader» that time has not worn down. By its number 5, Amir is linked to the day Wednesday, the color Green, the element Air and the stone Emerald.
How popular is Amir?
Amir is on the rise. According to official Social Security records, 20,129 boys named Amir were registered in the U.S. between 2020 and 2025, reaching rank #110.
Higher = more chosen (U.S. top 200)
The most telling detail is its recent trajectory: it ranked #191 in the 2010s — a climb of 81 spots. Amir went from uncommon to one of the favorites of a new generation of parents.
It entered the top 200 in the 2010s and hasn't left since.
Source: Social Security Administration (U.S.), official records by decade, as of 2026.
Is Amir a good name for your baby?
Amir brings together two things rarely found in one name: a meaning with weight («Prince, leader») and a sound that is easy to love. Write it with your last name, say it out loud — and for the final nudge, its compatibility awaits on Astra.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amir mean?
Amir means «Prince, leader.» It is a name of Arabic origin.
What is the numerology of Amir?
Its number is 5, ruled by Mercury: Free, curious and communicative; born for adventure.
Is Amir a boy or girl name?
Amir is used as a boy's name.