Rising since 1986, #1,367 for girls today.
Popularity of Ameera since 1972
Babies named Ameera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 104 |
| 1990s | 256 |
| 2000s | 832 |
| 2010s | 1,221 |
| 2020s | 1,013 |
Meaning & origin
Ameera first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1972, remaining a relatively rare choice until a steady rise beginning around 1986. By 2025, it reached rank 1367 with a frequency of 1 in 9983 newborn girls, and peaked in popularity the very same year. The name was most common in the states of Michigan, New York, and Washington, reflecting its appeal among communities with Arabic heritage. Its upward trajectory aligns with a broader interest in names beginning with 'A' and carrying regal meanings, though Ameera retains a distinctive cross-cultural elegance that sets it apart from more mainstream options.
Ameera is the feminine form of the Arabic name Amir, derived from the root 'amara meaning 'to command' or 'to rule'. It has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, often carrying the connotation of a female leader or royal figure.
Where Ameera is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ameera” around the world
Where Ameera lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Meera, Amy, Mira
Sibling names for Ameera
Names that share Ameera's style, for a brother or sister.
