Aamir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aamir is an Arabic name meaning prosperous or leader, derived from the root that signifies command. The name has evolved from forms like Amir and Ameer. It is currently popular in the Muslim world and is associated with positive traits such as leadership. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
The name Aamir is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aamir has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aamir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7168th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3322nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2175th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1468th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aamir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aamir"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːmɪr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aamir is derived from the Arabic root 'a-m-r', which means 'to lead' or 'to command'. It is often interpreted as 'prosperous' or 'full of life'.
Meaning
prosperous, leader, commander
Language Evolution
Amir, Aamir, Ameer
Historical Usage
The name Aamir has gained popularity in the Muslim world over the past few decades, particularly in South Asia. It is seen as a modern and appealing name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amir, Ameer, Ammar
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aamir is perceived as a strong and noble name, often associated with leadership and success. It is commonly used in various cultures, especially among Muslims.
Famous People
Aamir Khan - Indian film actor and director, Aamir Ali - Indian television actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aamir"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aamir"
"Aamir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7168th of 10718 | 25 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3322nd of 16616 | 266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2175th of 24088 | 887 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1468th of 23106 | 1,438 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Aamir" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
50.61% 2265th/4475 |
- |
41.82% 2642nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.40% 2172nd/4582 |
26.47% 1367th/5164 |
31.72% 2320th/7313 |
28.49% 2126th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.47% 1413th/3984 |
26.05% 1169th/4487 |
19.13% 1305th/6822 |
33.32% 2091st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aamir" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aamir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aamir" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.