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UK boy's name

Amaar

Of Arabic origin, meaning "life" or "long life".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Amaar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Amaar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 27 births.

This profile covers 350 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. 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 19% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 348 living people in the UK are called Amaar. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Amaar ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2010, when 27 boys were registered as Amaar.
  • About 348 living people in the UK are estimated to have Amaar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3688

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2010

27 births

Estimated living

348

2026

Meaning

What does Amaar mean?

The name Amaar is believed to have originated from the Arabic language. It is derived from the Arabic root word "amar," which means "to live" or "to thrive." The name is thought to have been in use since ancient times in the Middle East and North Africa, where Arabic culture and language have been prevalent.

In Islamic tradition, the name Amaar is associated with one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, known as Amaar ibn Yasir. He was a prominent figure in early Islamic history and is remembered for his unwavering faith and devotion to the religion.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Amaar can be found in historical accounts from the 7th century CE, during the early years of the Islamic caliphate. It was a name given to individuals in various parts of the Arab world, including the Arabian Peninsula, Levant, and North Africa.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Amaar. One such individual was Amaar ibn al-Aas (594-658 CE), a prominent military commander and companion of the Prophet Muhammad. He played a crucial role in the early Muslim conquests and expansion of the Islamic empire.

Another famous bearer of the name was Amaar al-Basri (637-713 CE), a renowned Muslim scholar and theologian from Basra, Iraq. He was known for his profound knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of Islamic thought.

In the field of literature, Amaar al-Shammah (1292-1359 CE) was a prominent Syrian poet and writer during the Mamluk era. His works were celebrated for their elegance and mastery of the Arabic language.

Amaar Kulthum (1898-1973 CE), an Egyptian singer and musician, was one of the most influential figures in Arabic music. He was revered for his powerful voice and his ability to captivate audiences with his performances.

Lastly, Amaar Abdulrahman (1947-2007 CE) was a renowned Iraqi artist and sculptor. His works were widely acclaimed for their unique style and their representation of traditional Iraqi culture and heritage.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Amaar throughout history, highlighting its enduring presence across various cultures and eras.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Amaar over time

The chart below shows babies named Amaar registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Amaar, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 27 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Amaar
07142027199720102024

Decades

Amaar by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Amaar 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
2020s #2723 44 5
2010s #1710 160 10
2000s #1416 131 10
1990s #2171 15 3

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FAQ

Amaar: questions and answers

How popular is the name Amaar in the UK right now?

In 2024, Amaar was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Amaar most popular?

The peak year on record was 2010, with 27 babies registered as Amaar in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Amaar?

Of Arabic origin, meaning "life" or "long life".

How many people are called Amaar in the UK?

A total of 350 babies have been registered as Amaar across the 28 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.