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UK girl's name

Ameira

A feminine name of unknown origin possibly meaning "princess" or "leader".

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.

Ameira is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ameira popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 14 births.

This profile covers 129 England and Wales registrations across 19 recorded years from 2006 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 29% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 128 living people in the UK are called Ameira. 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

  • Ameira ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2023, when 14 girls were registered as Ameira.
  • About 128 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ameira as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2023

14 births

Estimated living

128

2026

Meaning

What does Ameira mean?

The name Ameira has its roots in ancient Arabic culture, originating from the word "amir," which means "commander" or "prince." It is believed to have first emerged during the golden age of the Islamic caliphates, between the 7th and 13th centuries.

Ameira was a name bestowed upon noble and influential individuals, reflecting their esteemed status and leadership qualities. In ancient Arabic texts and manuscripts, the name can be found inscribed alongside historical figures and renowned scholars from that era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ameira dates back to the 9th century. Ameira al-Tarsusi was a renowned Arab poet and philosopher who lived in Tarsus, now a part of modern-day Turkey. Her works explored themes of love, wisdom, and the human condition, earning her widespread acclaim during her lifetime.

In the 11th century, Ameira al-Andalusi was a prominent female poet and scholar from the Iberian Peninsula. Her poetry and literary works gained significant recognition, and she became a respected figure in the intellectual circles of al-Andalus, the Muslim-ruled regions of the Iberian Peninsula.

Another notable figure bearing the name Ameira was Ameira bint Bashir, a 12th-century Arab mathematician and astronomer. She made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the study of geometry and trigonometry. Her works were widely circulated and studied across the Islamic world.

During the 13th century, Ameira al-Baghdadi was a celebrated calligrapher and artist from Baghdad. Her exquisite calligraphic works adorned numerous manuscripts and architectural structures, and she was widely regarded as a master of her craft.

In the 14th century, Ameira al-Qurashi was a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from the prestigious Qurashi tribe. Her expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and her teachings on religious matters earned her a respected place among the scholars of her time.

Throughout history, the name Ameira has been associated with individuals of remarkable intellect, artistic talent, and leadership qualities. While its origins can be traced back to ancient Arabic culture, the name has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to be cherished and embraced by diverse communities worldwide.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Ameira over time

The chart below shows babies named Ameira registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 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 Ameira, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Ameira
0471114200620152024

Decades

Ameira by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ameira 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 #3474 38 5
2010s #3531 66 10
2000s #3377 25 4

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FAQ

Ameira: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Ameira was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Ameira most popular?

The peak year on record was 2023, with 14 babies registered as Ameira in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Ameira?

A feminine name of unknown origin possibly meaning "princess" or "leader".

How many people are called Ameira in the UK?

A total of 129 babies have been registered as Ameira across the 19 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.