Emir (name)
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Arabic |
| Meaning | command, order, prince, local king |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Elmir |
| Related names | Amir, Ameer |
Emir is a male given name. It is derived from the Arabic title Emir or Amir. In Turkish, Emir means command, order, prince, local king.
In the Balkans, Emir is popular among Bosniaks in the former Yugoslav nations. The name is a modification to the name Amir. This region also has a female equivalent: Emira.