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Amirrah

ah-MEER-ah · Of uncertain origin; likely a modern elaboration of the Arabic name Amira, possibly influenced by the Arabic word for princess.

2025 rank (girls)
#8,860
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
2010
2025 frequency
1 in 146,115 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2010

Declining since 2010, #8,860 for girls today.

Popularity of Amirrah since 2001

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

11223320102020Most births 2010Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s148
2010s201
2020s71

Meaning & origin

Amirrah is a modern, uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It peaked in 2010, when it was given to an estimated 1 in 146115 girls, and has since declined in use (trajectory since 2010 shows a falling trend). The name's origin is uncertain, but it is likely a creative spelling or elaboration of the Arabic-derived Amira, aligning with a broader trend of names ending in 'ah'. Despite its Arabic-sounding roots, Amirrah is not a traditional name in any culture, and its use remains rare nationally with no concentration in any particular state. It offers a distinctive, melodic alternative to more common names like Amira or Aaliyah.

Amirrah appears to be a modern coinage, likely a feminine elaboration of the name Amir or Amira, which derive from Arabic amir meaning commander or princess. The name first entered U.S. records in 2001 and saw a brief peak in 2010, suggesting a recent stylistic creation combining fashionable sounds. It is not a traditional name in Arabic or other cultures.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ami, Mira, Rah

Variants: Amira, Ameerah, Amirra

Sibling names for Amirrah

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

Sisters: Anaya, Aaliyah, Layla, Zara, Inaya

Brothers: Amir, Zayn, Kairo, Rayan, Elias

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Amirrah mean?
The meaning of Amirrah is uncertain. It is likely a modern, feminine elaboration of Amir or Amira, which in Arabic mean commander or princess. However, as a modern coinage, it does not have a traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Amirrah?
Amirrah is a rare name. In the most recent year of data (2025), it ranked 8860th among U.S. births, with approximately 1 in 146115 newborn girls given the name that year. Its peak popularity was in 2010.
Is Amirrah a boy or girl name?
Amirrah is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.