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Amyrah

ah-MEER-ah · The name Amyrah is of uncertain origin; it may be a variant of Amira meaning 'princess' or 'leader' in Arabic, or a modern coinage based on the popular -ah suffix.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,514
Babies named in 2025
70
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 22,961 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2000

Rising since 2000, #2,514 for girls today.

Popularity of Amyrah since 1998

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

234770200020102020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s5
2000s124
2010s479
2020s375

Meaning & origin

Amyrah is a modern name first recorded in 1998. It entered the U.S. naming landscape in the late 20th century and has gained moderate popularity, ranking 2,514th in 2025 with a 1-in-22,961 incidence rate. The name reached its peak rank in 2025, showing a rising trajectory since 2000. While its exact origin is debated, Amyrah likely derives from the Arabic Amira, meaning 'princess' or 'leader', or is a contemporary creation. The name is most common in Florida, New York, and Texas, reflecting its appeal in diverse, multicultural regions. Despite its recent origins, Amyrah carries a melodic and feminine sound that resonates with modern naming trends.

Amyrah is a modern name that first appeared in the United States in the late 1990s. It is likely a creative respelling or variation of Amira, an Arabic name meaning 'princess' or 'leader', combined with the fashionable suffix -ah. The name has no long historical lineage and is primarily used in English-speaking contexts.

Where Amyrah is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

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Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Amy, Mira, Rah

Variants: Amira, Ameera, Amyra

Sibling names for Amyrah

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

Sisters: Aaliyah, Maya, Zara, Leila, Sofia

Brothers: Amir, Zayn, Elias, Omar, Kai

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Amyrah mean?
The meaning of Amyrah is uncertain. It may be a variant of Amira, which means 'princess' or 'leader' in Arabic, or it could be a modern invented name.
How popular is the name Amyrah?
In 2025, Amyrah ranked 2,514th in the United States, with approximately 1 in every 22,961 newborn girls given the name.
Is Amyrah a boy or girl name?
Amyrah is used almost exclusively as a girl's name.