Amer: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahm-ehr
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A modern form of Amir, meaning "commander" or "prince."

Amer is a masculine name with Arabic, Sanskrit, Filipino, and Persian roots. The name suggests someone 'rich and prosperous' when seen as a Sanskrit name, but it denotes a ‘commander’, ‘prince’, or a person ‘full of life’ when considered an Arabic name derived from the AIN-M-R root. The name has evolved over time, reflecting cultural and historical influences. It is pronounced as ‘uh-mur’ in English and [ʕaːmɪr] in Arabic. The name Amer is significant because it carries positive connotations of prosperity and leadership, making it a popular choice across various cultures.

Amer Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Amer is currently #7980 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Amer is currently #7980 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Amer is currently #4012 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Amer is currently #1772 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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