Amra
Fact sheet
- Name
- Amra
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Amra is a female first name with roots in Arabic. Translated, the name means 'immortal', 'the long-lived', 'the eternal beauty', or 'the indestructible'.
What does the name Amra mean?
The female first name Amra has Arabic origins and carries the meanings 'immortal', 'long-lived' as well as 'eternal beauty' and 'indestructible'. The origin of the name traces back to the Arabic term 'amara (عَمَرَ)', which means 'to live long', 'to bloom', and 'to thrive'. Furthermore, Amra is considered in literature as a name created by Thomas Mann, derived from the initials 'Anna Margarete Rosa Amalie', and was used in his novella 'Luischen'.
Where does the name Amra come from?
Amra is a female first name of Arabic origin that means 'the immortal'. The Arabic root 'amara (عَمَرَ)' stands for 'to live long', 'to bloom', and 'to thrive'. It is used in the Arabic and Bosnian languages.
How do you pronounce Amra?
The pronunciation of the name Amra is clear and melodic. In the German language, it is usually pronounced as 'Am-ra' [ˈamʁa]. The name begins with an open A sound that emphasizes its presence. The middle consonant combination gives it a distinctive structure, while the open ending 'a' brings a pleasant warmth to the sound. Amra thus appears powerful yet gentle - modern, feminine, and distinct.
When is the name day of Amra?
The name day for Amra is celebrated on December 7.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Amra enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 654th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2005 at rank 185. In the last ten years, Amra has been given as a first name about 540 times, placing it at rank 810 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 921st. The global popularity of the name is also reflected in its rankings in other countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Am / Ama / Amchen / Ami / Amka / Amo / Amresti / Amri / Amric / Amrica / Amrich / Amrić / Amričko / Amrusch / Samra
Similar first names
Famous people
- Amra Djapo (basketball player from Croatia)
- Amra Džeko (model)
- Amra Halebic (singer)
- Amra Sadikovic (Swiss tennis player)
- Amra Silajdzic (Bosnian model and actress)
- Amra-Faye Wright (South African actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Amra
What does the name Amra mean?
Amra means 'immortal', 'long-lived' and is often associated with 'eternal beauty'.
Where does the name Amra come from?
Amra has Arabic roots and is derived from the word 'amara', which means 'to live long' and 'to thrive'.
How popular is the name Amra?
The name Amra is appreciated in various cultures, especially in Arabic and Bosnian communities, but is not widely used in other regions.