MallowbyNames

Ahmar

AH-mar · Red, or of a reddish complexion.

Peak popularity
2015
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2015

Declining since 2015.

Popularity of Ahmar since 1989

Babies named Ahmar per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511161990200020102020Most births 2015Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s5
1990s13
2000s75
2010s104
2020s42

Meaning & origin

Ahmar derives from the Arabic root for 'red', a color associated with vitality and passion. Despite its straightforward meaning, the name remains rare in the United States, first recorded in 1989. Its peak year was 2015, when it saw the most recorded births, though its trajectory has been falling since 2015. The name has not ranked in the top 1000, and no top states have been recorded for it.

Derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-r, meaning 'red'. The name appears in classical Arabic given names and poetic descriptions, often evoking beauty or strength. While primarily used in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities, it has also seen limited use in South Asia.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ahmi

Variants: Ahmer

Sibling names for Ahmar

Names that share Ahmar's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Layla, Zara, Noor, Aisha, Lina

Brothers: Zayn, Omar, Rami, Ali, Khalid

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ahmar mean?
Ahmar means 'red' or 'of a reddish complexion' in Arabic.
How popular is the name Ahmar?
Ahmar is a rare name in the U.S., not ranked in the top 1000. Its peak usage was in 2015, with fewer than 5 births that year.
Is Ahmar a boy's name or a girl's name?
Ahmar is traditionally a boy's name, though it may be used for any gender.