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أمير

A Quranic Baby Name for Boys

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  1. Key Attributes of the Baby Name Amir
  2. Detailed Meaning of Amir
  3. Downloadable Pictures of the Baby Name Amir in Six Arabic Writing Styles

1. Key Attributes of the Baby Name Amir

How to pronounce Amir

Understand + MEEt + pRay

Each block is a syllable. Thick black border indicates stress/emphasis. Other pronunciations are acceptable.
How to write Amir in Arabicأمير
Quranic Nature
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Indirectly Mentioned (the name's triliteral root is used in the Quran)
Alternate spellings of AmirAmeer Emir Emeer Amiyr Ameire Ameir Amere Amer Amire Amir Ameyre Ameyr Amiyre Amiyr Ameeir
All of the above spellings are acceptable for this name. You may also create your own spelling.
Quranic Root
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A-M-R

2. Detailed Meaning of Amir

Amir is an indirect Quranic name for boys that means “leader”, “commander”, “ruler”, “chief”, “chieftain”. It is derived from the A-M-R (to command) root which is used in many places in the Quran.

They said: “We are strong and are given to vehement fighting. But the decision is yours. Therefore, consider what you would like to command.” (Quran 27:33)

3. Pictures of the Muslim Baby Name Amir Written in Arabic

Amir written in print and handwriting script (Naskh)

The Muslim name Amir written in naskh script
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Click the above link to see the baby name Amir written down in various other Arabic calligraphic styles.

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