Declining since 2017, #2,035 for boys today.
Popularity of Aamir since 1974
Babies named Aamir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 99 |
| 1990s | 254 |
| 2000s | 531 |
| 2010s | 1,183 |
| 2020s | 606 |
Meaning & origin
Aamir entered U.S. naming records in 1974, gradually rising in use before reaching its peak popularity in 2018. Since 2017, its trajectory has been falling, reflecting a broader trend away from once-rising Arabic names. In 2025, it ranked 2035 nationally, with the highest concentrations in Georgia, New York, and Florida. The name's meaning, rooted in concepts of civilization and prosperity, connects it to a rich Arabic heritage, though its spelling variant Aamir remains less common than the more familiar Amir. Parents drawn to Aamir often appreciate its strong, concise sound and its cross-cultural appeal within Muslim communities worldwide.
Aamir is an Arabic name derived from the root 'a-m-r, meaning "civilized," "prosperous," or "long-lived." It is closely related to the name Amir, which carries the meaning of "commander" or "prince." The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, occasionally also appearing in South Asia due to Persian and Urdu influence.
Where Aamir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aamir” around the world
Where Aamir lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amir, Ami
Sibling names for Aamir
Names that share Aamir's style, for a brother or sister.
