UK boy's name
Aamar
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "prosperous" or "thriving".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2001. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aamar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aamar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2001 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3134, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1997 to 2001. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Aamar. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2002 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aamar ranked #3134 for boys in England and Wales in 2001, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 boys were registered as Aamar.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aamar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3134
2001
Births in 2001
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Aamar mean?
The name Aamar is a variant spelling of the Arabic name Ammar, which has its roots in the Semitic languages of the Middle East. The name Ammar derives from the Arabic word "amar," which means "life" or "to live." It is also associated with the concept of being prosperous, flourishing, or thriving.
In Islamic tradition, Ammar ibn Yasir was a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the early converts to Islam. He is revered for his unwavering faith and his endurance in the face of persecution. Ammar was tortured by the pagan Quraysh tribe for refusing to renounce his belief in Islam, but he remained steadfast in his convictions.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Ammar can be found in the works of medieval Arab scholars and historians, who documented the lives of prominent figures from the early days of Islam. Ammar ibn Yasir's name appears frequently in these accounts, reflecting his significance in the history of the religion.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ammar or its variants. One such figure is Ammar al-Basri, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 7th century CE. He was known for his expertise in Quranic exegesis and his contributions to the development of Islamic jurisprudence.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Ammar Rayyan, a Syrian politician and military leader who played a crucial role in the struggle for Syrian independence from French colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was born in 1891 and served as the Minister of Defense in the Syrian government from 1946 to 1949.
In the realm of literature, Ammar Ali Khan was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from British India, born in 1837. His poetic works, often imbued with themes of love and mysticism, have left a lasting impact on Urdu literature.
Ammar Habib was an influential Egyptian playwright and novelist who lived from 1892 to 1923. His plays and novels explored social and political issues, reflecting the changing dynamics of Egyptian society during his lifetime.
Ammar Bakkar is a contemporary Syrian artist and sculptor known for his innovative use of materials and his exploration of themes related to identity, displacement, and conflict. Born in 1972, his works have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aamar over time
The chart below shows babies named Aamar registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2001. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aamar, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2001, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aamar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aamar was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3134 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
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- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
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FAQ
Aamar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aamar in the UK right now?
In 2001, Aamar was ranked #3134 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aamar most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Aamar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aamar?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "prosperous" or "thriving".
How many people are called Aamar in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Aamar across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.