Emir

Emir is a male first name that is used in Turkish and Bosnian culture as a form of the Arabic name Amir. It carries the meanings 'the commander' or 'the prince' and is derived from the Arabic word amir, which means 'commander, prince, ruler', as well as from amara, which means 'to command'.

What does the name Emir mean?

The name Emir is an ancient designation that was originally used in the early days of Islam as a title for a Muslim commander of a military unit. Over time, members of Arab ruling houses also received this title. Emir is particularly common in Turkey, Bosnia, and Albania, but is also increasingly found in Germany, as is the variant Amir. The feminine form of this name is Emira. Other variants include Aamir, Ameer, Ameir, Amer, Amier, Amiran, Amiri, and Emeer.

Where does the name Emir come from?

The first name Emir has Arabic roots and means 'the commander' or 'the prince'.

How do you pronounce Emir?

The pronunciation of Emir is two syllables and clearly structured. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'E-mir' [eˈmiːʁ], with the emphasis on the long, bright 'i' syllable. The gentle ending on 'r' gives the name a certain depth. Emir radiates a modern and dignified presence.

Popularity

Emir is one of the sought-after first names in Germany and currently ranks 128th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2013 at rank 57. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 8,400 times, placing it 93rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Emir ranks 89th.

Nicknames & pet names

Emci / Emi / Emii / Emko / Emo / Emro / Mili / Mirva

Similar first names

Famous people

• Emir Ahmatovic (German boxer)
• Emir Aykurt (footballer)
• Emir Azemovic (Serbian footballer)
• Emir Bajrami (Swedish footballer)
• Emir Bajramovic (volleyball player from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Emir Bihorac (footballer from Yugoslavia)
• Emir Dilaver (footballer)
• Emir Djulovic (singer)
• Emir Dzafic (Slovenian footballer)
• Emir Faccioli (footballer from Argentina)
• Emir Gamsizoglu (musician from Turkey)
• Emir Hadzic (footballer from Yugoslavia)
• Emir Hadzihafizbegovic (famous Bosnian actor)
• Emir Hrkalovic (biathlete from Serbia)
• Emir Janjos (footballer from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Emir Korubeyi (footballer)
• Emir Krajisnik (painter from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Emir Ljubijankic (Slovenian footballer)
• Emir Lotinac (Yugoslav footballer)
• Emir Mkademi (Tunisian footballer)