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Amyr

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Pronounced ah-MEER /ɑˈmɪr/Medium

Meaning: Y-spelling of Amir — from Arabic amir, 'prince, commander, ruler; one who gives orders'Medium

In 30 seconds: A prince and ruler: Amyr spells Amir — 'prince, commander'. Regal, strong, and warm.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningY-spelling of Amir — from Arabic amir, 'prince, commander, ruler; one who gives orders'
U.S. rank (2025)#5621 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 333

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202020012025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Amyr is a Y-spelling of Amir — from Arabic amir, 'prince, commander, ruler; one who gives orders' (the root of 'emir', and also a Hebrew name, 'treetop'). A regal, strong name; the -y- styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Amir. Rare, prince at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Amir means 'prince, commander, ruler' in Arabic (the source of 'emir') — Amyr is a sleek Y-spelling, regal and modern.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name — Amir — root etymology

Variations

AmirAmeerAmer

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If you like Amyr…

Amir— the standard spelling
Ameer— a fellow spelling
Amari— a companion -ari name
Samir— another -mir Arabic name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Amyr mean?

Amyr spells Amir — Arabic 'prince, commander, ruler'.

How do you pronounce Amyr?

It's said ah-MEER /ɑˈmɪr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Amyr a boy or girl name?

Amyr is a boy's name.

How popular is Amyr?

Amyr is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Amir is more common.

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