Emira

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Pronounced eh-MEER-uh /ɛˈmɪər.ə/High

Meaning: princess, commanderHigh

In 30 seconds: Emira is a feminine form of Emir meaning princess or commander. Popular in Bosnian Muslim communities and the Arab world, it carries a regal and noble character.

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Origin HighArabic, Bosnian

Meaningprincess, commander

U.S. rank (2025)#3852 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births38 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 469

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Emira is the feminine form of the Arabic Emir (commander, prince). It is popular in Bosnian Muslim communities and across the Arab world.

Emira is widely used in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and across Muslim communities.

Did you know? In the Ottoman Empire, an emir was a high-ranking prince or military commander — and Emira as the feminine form carries this same sense of noble authority.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name: Emira — name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data

Variations

AmiraEmire

Nicknames

EmiMira

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Frequently Asked

What does Emira mean?

Emira means princess, commander.

How do you pronounce Emira?

Emira is pronounced eh-MEER-uh (/ɛˈmɪər.ə/), with 3 syllables.

Is Emira a girl's name?

Yes, Emira is used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Emira?

Arabic/Bosnian; princess meaning firmly established.