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Emir

e.ˈmiɾ
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

Categories

directors
isograms
prince
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Characteristics
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Overall Rating
79/100
classic120%
mature100%
formal80%
upper class100%
wholesome80%
strong140%
refined120%
strange100%
simple65%
serious160%

Meaning & Etymology

Emir is a name of Turkish and Bosnian origin, derived from the Arabic name Amir, which means 'prince', 'commander', or 'leader'. It is used to denote a male monarch, aristocrat, or someone holding a high-ranking military or political office. The title has historical significance in regions such as West Asia, East Africa, West Africa, Central Asia, and South Asia. In modern contexts, it is synonymous with 'prince' and is used in sovereign principalities known as emirates. The feminine form, Emira...

Etymology

Original Form:

Amir

Evolution:

The term 'emir' evolved from the Arabic word 'amir', which originally meant 'commander' or 'leader'. Over time, it became associated with monarchical titles, particularly in Islamic and Arab cultures.

Source:

Arabic

Related Names

ʾamīr

Root

Amira

Feminine Forms

Emira

Feminine Forms

Amir

Other Languages & Cultures

Aamir

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Al-Amir

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Amir

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Amir

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Amir

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Amir

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Amir

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Amir

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Amir

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