Amira
Meaning
Princess, leader, one who commands. A name of nobility and grace.
Amira in English: Princess, leader, one who commands.
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Works in English: Amira is easy to pronounce in English, making it a popular choice for Indian diaspora families in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
About the name Amira
Amira is an Arabic and Urdu Muslim girl's name meaning princess, leader, and one who commands — the feminine form of Amir (prince, ruler, commander). It expresses nobility of character and a natural grace and authority. The name is widely used across South Asian Muslim communities in India, Pakistan, and the Arab world, and has grown in popularity among Muslim diaspora families in the UK, US and Canada. Queen Amira al-Taweel of Saudi Arabia is one internationally prominent bearer of the name. For Indian Muslim diaspora families, Amira (a-MEE-ra) is a three-syllable name with a natural English pronunciation — beautiful in sound, dignified in meaning, and immediately recognisable across both South Asian and Western cultural contexts.
Frequently asked questions
What does Amira mean?
Princess, leader, one who commands. A name of nobility and grace.
What does Amira mean in English?
In English, Amira means "Princess, leader, one who commands". It is a name of Urdu and Arabic origin.
Is Amira an Indian name?
Yes, Amira is an Indian name of Urdu and Arabic origin, widely used across South Asia and by Indian diaspora communities in the US, UK, Canada and Australia.
How do you pronounce Amira?
Amira is pronounced a-MEE-ra.
Is Amira a Muslim name?
Yes, Amira is a Muslim name of Urdu and Arabic origin, widely used by Muslim families across South Asia and the Indian Muslim diaspora.
What is the origin of the name Amira?
Amira is a name of Urdu and Arabic origin. It is traditionally used as a girl's name.
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