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Emirah

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Pronounced eh-MEER-ah /ɛˈmɪər.ə/Medium

Meaning: An Arabic name from amira/emira, the feminine of amir ('commander, prince') — 'princess' or 'leader'. We note the heritage.Medium

In 30 seconds: A regal Arabic name: Emirah means 'princess' or 'leader' (said 'eh-MEER-ah'). We note the heritage.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningAn Arabic name from amira/emira, the feminine of amir ('commander, prince') — 'princess' or 'leader'. We note the heritage.
U.S. rank (2024)#12518 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 70

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220082024

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

Emirah is an Arabic name from amira ('princess, leader'), the feminine of amir. Dignified and rare in the U.S., it carries real authority (said 'eh-MEER-ah'). We note the heritage.

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, Arabic, and regal.

Did you know? Emirah comes from Arabic amira, the feminine of amir ('commander, prince') — 'princess' or 'leader,' which we note.
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Emirah — Arabic amira; 'princess, leader'; feminine of amir

Variations

AmiraAmirahEmira

Nicknames

EmiMira

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emirah mean?

Emirah is Arabic for 'princess' or 'leader,' the feminine of amir ('commander, prince').

How do you pronounce Emirah?

It's said eh-MEER-ah /ɛˈmɪər.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Emirah a boy or girl name?

Emirah is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Emirah?

Emirah is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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