Rising since 1985, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Amr since 1974
Babies named Amr per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 65 |
| 1990s | 165 |
| 2000s | 371 |
| 2010s | 259 |
| 2020s | 105 |
Meaning & origin
Amr is an Arabic name that has been in use in the United States since at least 1974. It is relatively uncommon, with an estimated 1 in 85,404 babies given this name in 2025. The name peaked in popularity in 2007, and has seen a gradual rise in usage since the mid-1980s, reflecting growing cultural diversity in naming practices. While not widespread enough to be concentrated in specific states, Amr carries a strong connection to Islamic heritage, being associated with Amr ibn al-As, a key figure in early Islamic history. Its meaning, derived from the root for 'life,' gives it a positive connotation of longevity and vitality.
Amr is an Arabic given name derived from the root 'amr, which can mean 'life' or 'long life.' It is closely linked to the Arabic word 'umr (عمر) meaning 'life' or 'age,' and shares its root with the more common name Umar. Amr was borne by several notable early Muslims, including Amr ibn al-As, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a military commander. The name has remained in use across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally.
“Amr” around the world
Where Amr lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Amru
Sibling names for Amr
Names that share Amr's style, for a brother or sister.
