Amira
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Origin of the name Amira:
Feminine form of Amir, which is derived from the Arabic āmir (prince, emir), from the verb amara (to command, to rule).
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pronounced ah-MEER-ah
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We have a new Amira in our extended family, and much is being made of the "Princess" meaning of her name; she is often referred to as "The Princess".
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Amz
Amzzy
Amzii
Amy
Mimi
Mira- Meanings and history of the name Amira: | Edit
It is of Arabic and Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "princess; treetop, proverb, or sheaf of corn". Feminine form of Amir.
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Amira Hass is an Israeli journalist and author
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Global Popularity of the Name Amira
- #292 in Norway
- #306 in Canada (British Columbia)
- #336 in Canada (Quebec)
- #436 in United States
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