Ameer Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MEER / æˈmɪrArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: Prince; Urdu: Rich, prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ameer is derived from the Arabic word 'amir,' which means 'commander' or 'prince.' It is commonly used in various cultures influenced by Arabic and Islamic traditions. In South Asia, particularly in Urdu-speaking regions, the name signifies wealth and prosperity. Ameer has been a popular name among Muslim families.
Trend Summary
Ameer has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amir
- Ameerah
International Variants
- Amir (Arabic)
- Ameer (Urdu)
- Amir (Turkish)
Famous people named Ameer
Ameer Vann is an American musician known for being a member of the hip-hop collective Brockhampton.
Ameer Ali is a notable figure in the field of Islamic studies and has authored several books.
Fictional characters named Ameer
Ameer is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Revelations,' serving as a supporting character.
Ameer is featured in the novel 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini, representing themes of friendship and loyalty.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ameer was first seen in the United States in 1969. Ameer has ranked as high as #1076 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Ameer has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ameer (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 28 | |
NY | 27 | |
TX | 25 | |
IL | 23 | |
MI | 22 | |
OH | 15 | |
FL | 12 | |
GA | 10 | |
IN | 8 | |
VA | 8 | |
MD | 8 | |
NC | 7 | |
MN | 6 | |
LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1969 | 14 |
1970 | 17 |
1971 | 14 |
1972 | 9 |
1973 | 7 |
1974 | 13 |
1975 | 13 |
1976 | 40 |
1977 | 34 |
1978 | 29 |
1979 | 26 |
1980 | 37 |
1981 | 26 |
1982 | 39 |
1983 | 42 |
1984 | 21 |
1985 | 35 |
1986 | 25 |
1987 | 27 |
1988 | 45 |
1989 | 46 |
1990 | 44 |
1991 | 53 |
1992 | 64 |
1993 | 63 |
1994 | 62 |
1995 | 66 |
1996 | 76 |
1997 | 83 |
1998 | 96 |
1999 | 104 |
2000 | 120 |
2001 | 116 |
2002 | 117 |
2003 | 123 |
2004 | 127 |
2005 | 130 |
2006 | 149 |
2007 | 154 |
2008 | 152 |
2009 | 167 |
2010 | 225 |
2011 | 192 |
2012 | 207 |
2013 | 228 |
2014 | 225 |
2015 | 269 |
2016 | 284 |
2017 | 279 |
2018 | 278 |
2019 | 249 |
2020 | 273 |
2021 | 287 |
2022 | 256 |
2023 | 237 |
2024 | 248 |