Emir
Emir is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Commander, prince, or ruler.
Origin and history
Emir is a name of Arabic origin meaning commander, prince, or ruler. It has grown rapidly in popularity in the United States in recent years, becoming a modern favorite among parents seeking a short name with noble royal associations.
Popularity in the United States
5,615 babies in the United States have been named Emir since 1880. It ranks #1621 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #587.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.7 %)
- NY (13.4 %)
- TX (13.1 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
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 | 54 |
| 1980-1990 | 70 |
| 1990-2000 | 204 |
| 2000-2010 | 879 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,595 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,813 |
Famous people named Emir
- Emir Kusturica: Filmmaker, Director
Fun facts
- Emir originated as a high-ranking political or military title across the Middle East and North Africa.
- More than half of all U.S. births registered with the name Emir since 1880 occurred after 2020.