Amirah

Meaning of Amirah

This beautiful name means 'princess' or 'commander'. It suggests someone with leadership qualities and grace.

Amirah has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Amirah

Amirah has cooled off, slipping to #490 in 2025, down from a peak of #458 in 2023.

Notable people named Amirah

• Amirah Dyme
  Social media influencer and model
• Amirah Vann
  American actress (Underground, Queen Sugar)
• Amirah O'Neal
  Collegiate basketball player
• Amirah Kassem
  Chef, baker, Flour Shop founder
• Amirah Tajdin
  Kenyan filmmaker and photographer

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Questions about the name Amirah

What does the name Amirah mean?

Amirah means this beautiful name means 'princess' or 'commander'. it suggests someone with leadership qualities and grace, and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Amirah a boy's or a girl's name?

Amirah is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Amirah?

In 2025, Amirah ranked #490 for girls, down from #463 the year before.

When was Amirah most popular?

Amirah peaked at #458 in 2023.