Ammaar
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 239 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Ammaar hit its peak of 20 births in 2013, social media, global pop culture, and a growing appetite for unique names were reshaping how American parents chose names.
Ammaar has carried that momentum forward and remains a live choice today.
In the most recent SSA release, Ammaar ranks #10986 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Ammaar is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Ammar — from the Arabic root meaning 'one who builds,' 'long-lived,' or 'one who populates a place.' Ammar ibn Yasir was one of the earliest companions of the Prophet Muhammad, making the name revered in Islamic history as a symbol of loyalty and steadfastness under persecution.
Ammar ibn Yasir's family were among the first Muslims to be openly tortured for their faith, and Ammar's long life and fidelity to Islamic principles made him one of the most celebrated figures in early Muslim history. Naming a son Ammaar invokes that legacy of principled courage.
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Ammaar is built from 6 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Arabic naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Ammaar creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Ammaar was #8179 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #10986, but its charm endures.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 22 | #9795 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 135 | #6411 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 77 | #8320 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 5 | #9321 | — |
The Story of Ammaar
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2013, Ammaar is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Ammaar are most likely born between 2003 and 2023.
How rare is Ammaar?
Only about 1 in every 600,000 babies born in 2024 was named Ammaar — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1997, peaked in the 2010s with 135 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Ammaar by the numbers
- Would fill 5 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(23 years, 1997–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | #10986 |
| 2021 | 6 | #10869 |
| 2020 | 10 | #7529 |
| 2019 | 9 | #8244 |
| 2018 | 8 | #8862 |
| 2017 | 16 | #5535 |
| 2016 | 15 | #5805 |
| 2015 | 13 | #6339 |
| 2014 | 14 | #6008 |
| 2013 | 20 | #4626 |
| 2012 | 14 | #6012 |
| 2011 | 14 | #5964 |
| 2010 | 12 | #6712 |
| 2009 | 14 | #6108 |
| 2008 | 9 | #8354 |
| 2007 | 8 | #8961 |
| 2006 | 8 | #8765 |
| 2005 | 11 | #6659 |
| 2004 | 8 | #8179 |
| 2003 | 5 | #10974 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1997–2024