Amr
Amr is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Long life, prosperity, or life spent well.
Origin and history
Amr is a classic Arabic masculine name meaning long life or prosperity. It has a rich historical legacy in Islamic history and Arabic literature. In the United States, it remains a rare but steadily given name.
Popularity in the United States
976 babies in the United States have been named Amr since 1880. It ranks #3706 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1822.
States where it is most popular
- NY (64.9 %)
- MI (11.9 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- NJ (8.4 %)
- VA (3.5 %)
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 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 65 |
| 1990-2000 | 165 |
| 2000-2010 | 371 |
| 2010-2019 | 259 |
| 2020-2029 | 105 |
Famous people named Amr
- Amr Diab: Singer, Musician
- Amr Zaki: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Amr Waked: Actor
Fun facts
- Amr was a common name in pre-Islamic and early Islamic Arabia, borne by several prominent historical leaders and poets.
- In Arabic script, a silent final letter (Waw) is historically added to distinguish Amr from the name Umar.