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Umaira

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Pronounced oo-MY-rah /uˈmaɪ.rə/Medium

Meaning: An Arabic feminine name usually read as a diminutive of Umar/Amir, from the root meaning 'to flourish; to live long; to prosper.' Some families also hear it beside Amira, 'princess; leader.' Both routes are used respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: An Arabic name of long life and flourishing: Umaira sits in the Umar family (said 'oo-MY-rah'). Gentle and meaningful.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningAn Arabic feminine name usually read as a diminutive of Umar/Amir, from the root meaning 'to flourish; to live long; to prosper.' Some families also hear it beside Amira, 'princess; leader.' Both routes are used respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#17449 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 11

History & Origin

Umaira is an Arabic name in the Umar family, whose root carries the sense of flourishing and long life. It is also linked by some families to Amira, 'princess; leader.' Both readings are held respectfully, and the exact route varies by family — rare in the U.S. and used chiefly by Muslim families (said 'oo-MY-rah').

It appears rarely in the U.S. Rare, warm, and meaning-rich.

Did you know? Umaira is usually read as a feminine diminutive of Umar — a root that carries 'to flourish; to live long' — and is also heard beside Amira, 'princess.' Both routes are current, which we note (said 'oo-MY-rah').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Umaira — Arabic; Umar diminutive; Amira association

Variations

UmayraOmairaUmaira

Nicknames

UmaMira

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Umaira mean?

Umaira is an Arabic feminine name in the Umar family, from a root meaning 'to flourish; to live long.' Some also link it to Amira, 'princess.'

How do you pronounce Umaira?

It's said oo-MY-rah /uˈmaɪ.rə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Umaira a boy or girl name?

Umaira is a girl's name.

How popular is Umaira?

Umaira is a rare name in the U.S.

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