Ammar
Ammar is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Virtuous, pious, or one who builds and maintains.
Origin and history
Ammar is an Arabic masculine given name that means virtuous, pious, or long-lived. It holds significant historical weight in Islamic tradition, particularly associated with Ammar ibn Yasir, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad. In the United States, it is a moderately used name that has seen steady growth in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
3,083 babies in the United States have been named Ammar since 1880. It ranks #2322 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1268.
States where it is most popular
- NY (20.9 %)
- TX (17.8 %)
- CA (17.5 %)
- IL (11.6 %)
- MI (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 28 |
| 1980-1990 | 176 |
| 1990-2000 | 383 |
| 2000-2010 | 720 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,076 |
| 2020-2029 | 700 |
Famous people named Ammar
- Ammar Campa-Najjar: Politician, Public Official
- Ammar Nakshawani: Lecturer, Author
Fun facts
- Ammar ibn Yasir was one of the earliest converts to Islam and a respected companion of Prophet Muhammad.
- The name shares its Arabic triconsonantal root 'A-M-R' with words related to building, life, and longevity.