Ameer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ameer originates from Arabic, meaning 'prince' or 'commander.' Its linguistic evolution includes forms like Amir and Emir, reflecting its noble connotations. It has gained popularity in modern times, especially in Muslim cultures, where it is associated with leadership. There is no direct biblical relevance to the name.
The name Ameer is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ameer has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Ameer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2426th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1654th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1148th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 862nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ameer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ameer"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɪr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Ameer is derived from the Arabic word 'amir,' which means 'commander' or 'prince.' It has connotations of leadership and authority.
Meaning
Prince, commander, leader
Language Evolution
Amir, Ameer, Emir
Historical Usage
The name Ameer has been used in various cultures throughout history, particularly in the Arab world, and gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Amir, Emir, Ameerah
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Ameer is viewed positively, often associated with nobility and leadership. It is a popular name in Muslim communities.
Famous People
Ameer Vann - American rapper and member of the group BROCKHAMPTON, Ameer Ali - Notable Muslim scholar and activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ameer"
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 "Ameer"
"Ameer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2426th of 10718 | 253 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1654th of 16616 | 734 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1148th of 24088 | 2,262 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 862nd of 23106 | 3,113 |
Regional Popularity of "Ameer" 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) |
58.63% 1722nd/2937 |
38.82% 1352nd/3483 |
- |
45.15% 1826th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.36% 1340th/3685 |
22.99% 1029th/4475 |
48.98% 2544th/5194 |
24.90% 1573rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.11% 830th/4582 |
14.33% 740th/5164 |
19.38% 1417th/7313 |
19.07% 1423rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
16.24% 647th/3984 |
15.62% 701st/4487 |
14.45% 986th/6822 |
18.90% 1186th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ameer" 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 "Ameer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ameer" 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.