Amyra
Amyra is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Princess, high-born lady, or commander.
Origin and history
Amyra is a given name derived from the Arabic name Amira, which means 'princess' or 'leader'. It has grown steadily in popularity in the United States in recent years as a contemporary variant spelling. The name offers a modern twist on a traditional feminine title.
Popularity in the United States
2,935 babies in the United States have been named Amyra since 1880. It ranks #3271 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1025.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.7 %)
- CA (11 %)
- NY (10.6 %)
- FL (9.2 %)
- IL (7.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 37 |
| 2000-2010 | 377 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,177 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,344 |
Fun facts
- Amyra is a modern phonetic spelling variation of the traditional Arabic name Amira.
- The majority of U.S. registered births for the name Amyra have occurred within the past decade.