Names like Emir
If Emir is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from Arabic classics to names with a similar sound. Emir has climbed the charts since 2000, so the list leans toward other names on the way up.
Top matches: Samir, Zahir, Nasir and Kabir.
24 boy names like Emir
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- Samir#643Samir means "companion in evening talk" or "entertaining companion".Also ArabicSame “-ir” ending
- Zahir#738Zahir means "manifest," "evident," or "obvious." It suggests someone who is clear and…Also ArabicSame “-ir” ending
- Nasir#487Nasir means "helper" or "victorious".Also ArabicSame “-ir” ending
- KabirGreat; powerful; leaderAlso ArabicSame “-ir” ending
- Jahmir#726Jahmir is a modern name that blends Arabic elements with American naming trends.Same “-ir” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Musa#470Musa is the Arabic form of Moses.Also ArabicRising, like Emir
- Hamza#541Hamza means "strong" or "steadfast." It can also mean "lion," symbolizing courage and…Also ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Yahya#616Yahya is the Arabic form of John, meaning "God is gracious".Also ArabicRising, like Emir
- Khalil#384Khalil means "friend".Also ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Amiri#604Amiri means "prince" or "commander."Also ArabicRising, like Emir
- Zayd#633Zayd means "abundance" or "growth." It can also mean "to increase."Also ArabicRising, like Emir
- Ayaan#465Ayaan means "God's gift" or "reward".Also ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Yusuf#450Yusuf means "God increases" or "God adds".Also ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Hassan#626Hassan means "handsome" or "good".Also ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Rayan#588It means "heaven's gate" or "abundantly watered."Also Arabic2 syllables
- Kairo#226It refers to Cairo, the capital city of Egypt.Also ArabicRising, like Emir
- Zain#567Beauty, grace, adornmentAlso ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Idris#694Idris has a few meanings.Rising, like Emir2 syllables
- Yousef#745Yousef means "God increases" or "God adds".Also Arabic2 syllables
- Zaiden#609Zaiden means "to increase" or "abundance." It suggests growth and prosperity.Also Arabic2 syllables
- Ali#306This name means "high," "exalted," or "champion." It often signifies someone who is…Also ArabicSimilar popularity curve
- Kareem#702Kareem means "generous" or "noble".Also Arabic2 syllables
- KhazaKhaza likely means "treasure" or "hidden wealth."Also Arabic2 syllables
- Ledger#554It refers to someone who keeps records, like an accountant or bookkeeper.Rising, like Emir2 syllables
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- What names are similar to Emir?
- Names with a similar style to Emir include Samir, Zahir, Nasir, Kabir, Jahmir and Musa.
- How are these names matched to Emir?
- Each name is compared with Emir on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Emir has climbed the charts since 2000, so the list leans toward other names on the way up.
- What other Arabic names are like Emir?
- Samir, Zahir, Nasir, Kabir and Musa share Emir's Arabic roots.