Yamir
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Princess, commander
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #2762 in 2025 with 47 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Amira. Shares the meaning 'Princess, commander.'
Similar names: yamira, yahmir, yair, yaira, yami, ymir, yadir, yadira
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Yamir? About 1 in 70,819 babies born in 2025 were named Yamir, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Yamir
What does the name Yamir mean?
Yamir means “Princess, commander” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Yamir?
Yamir has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Princess, commander”.
How popular is Yamir?
Yamir ranked #2718 in 2025 — given to 47 babies that year.
When was Yamir most popular?
Yamir peaked in 2023 with 54 babies registered that year.
Is Yamir a boy or girl name?
Yamir is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Yamirs in registered births are male.
Is the name Yamir rising or falling in popularity?
Yamir has risen 533 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3251 in 2020 to #2718 in 2025.
How long has Yamir been recorded?
Yamir appears in birth records across 30 years — from 1991 through 2025.