Amyr
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 317 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Amyr is a two-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 317 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Amyr ranks #4879 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Amyr is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Amir — from the Arabic meaning 'prince,' 'commander,' or 'one who commands.' The -yr ending is an unconventional phonetic choice that gives the name a modern, distinctive visual identity.
Amyr follows the trend of respelling classic Arabic names to create unique-looking variants while preserving the original pronunciation. Its noble meaning of prince and commander gives it an authoritative quality that parents find aspirational for their sons.
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Amyr is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Amyr has been recorded as a boy's name since 2001, with 317 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Amyr climbed 1672 spots in the last 20 years — from #6551 to #4879.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 126 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 125 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 66 | — |
The Story of Amyr
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2020, Amyr is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Amyr are most likely born between 2010 and 2024.
How rare is Amyr?
Only about 1 in every 180,000 babies born in 2024 was named Amyr — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2001, peaked in the 2020s with 126 births that decade.
Amyr by the numbers
- Would fill 7 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(24 years, 2001–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20 | #4879 |
| 2023 | 27 | #4002 |
| 2022 | 18 | #5229 |
| 2021 | 26 | #4016 |
| 2020 | 35 | #3204 |
| 2019 | 13 | #6423 |
| 2018 | 20 | #4746 |
| 2017 | 19 | #4950 |
| 2016 | 18 | #5137 |
| 2015 | 9 | #8067 |
| 2014 | 12 | #6652 |
| 2013 | 10 | #7563 |
| 2012 | 10 | #7589 |
| 2011 | 7 | #9658 |
| 2010 | 7 | #9737 |
| 2009 | 12 | #6824 |
| 2008 | 6 | #11118 |
| 2007 | 6 | #11004 |
| 2006 | 7 | #9630 |
| 2005 | 5 | #11556 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2001–2024