Ammar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MAHR / æˈmɑːrArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: one who is long-lived; Urdu: prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
Ammar is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various Muslim cultures. It has historical significance due to its association with Ammar ibn Yasir, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name is often given to boys, symbolizing prosperity and longevity. It is also popular in South Asian countries, particularly among Urdu-speaking populations.
Trend Summary
The name Ammar has seen moderate popularity in various Muslim communities but is less common in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amar
- Ammar
International Variants
- Amar (Hindi)
- Ammar (Arabic)
Famous people named Ammar
Ammar al-Hakim is an Iraqi politician known for his leadership in the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq.
Ammar Moussa is a prominent Lebanese singer recognized for his contributions to Arabic music.
Ammar ibn Yasir was a notable companion of the Prophet Muhammad, known for his early conversion to Islam.
Ammar Kassem is a well-known Syrian actor celebrated for his roles in various television series.
Fictional characters named Ammar
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ammar was first seen in the United States in 1977. Ammar has ranked as high as #1259 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Ammar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ammar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 20 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| MI | 8 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 37 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 53 |
| 1998 | 55 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 73 |
| 2001 | 68 |
| 2002 | 64 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 73 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 85 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 78 |
| 2010 | 84 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 93 |
| 2013 | 110 |
| 2014 | 120 |
| 2015 | 135 |
| 2016 | 130 |
| 2017 | 117 |
| 2018 | 97 |
| 2019 | 120 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 94 |
| 2022 | 118 |
| 2023 | 110 |
| 2024 | 118 |