Amiris

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Amiris Pronunciation

Amiris is pronounced ə-MEER-iss /əˈmɪr.ɪs/Medium

Meaning: Modern coinage extending Amir ('prince, commander') with an -is ending; no single fixed rootLow

In 30 seconds: Amir, grandly extended: Amiris adds an -is ending to the princely Amir — for a fuller, distinctive sound. Modern and regal-toned.

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Origin LowAmerican, Arabic

MeaningModern coinage extending Amir ('prince, commander') with an -is ending; no single fixed root

U.S. rank (2024)#4065 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births26 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 108

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Amiris is a modern coinage extending Amir — Arabic amir, 'prince, commander' — with an -is ending (construction informal, which we flag). The princely echo carries it.

It registers thinly in records. Very rare, prince-in-echo, and modern.

Did you know? Amiris extends Amir — Arabic 'prince, commander' — with a classical -is ending, joining the modern wave of elaborated names.

Overall data confidence 48%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — recent emergence

Variations

AmirAmirisAmaris

Nicknames

AmiMiris

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Amaris— a fellow -aris name

Amari— a companion melodic name

Osiris— another grand -is name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Amiris?

Amiris is pronounced ə-MEER-iss (/əˈmɪr.ɪs/). Press play above to hear Amiris said aloud.

How do you say Amiris?

Amiris is said ə-MEER-iss (/əˈmɪr.ɪs/). Press play above to hear Amiris said aloud.

What does the name Amiris mean?

Amiris extends Amir, 'prince', with an -is ending; the construction is informal, so we flag it.

Is Amiris a boy or girl name?

Amiris is a boy's name.

How popular is Amiris?

Amiris is a very rare, recent name in the U.S.