Amr
Meaning of Amr
The name Amr is a male given name with deep historical and cultural roots, primarily found in Arabic-speaking regions. Pronounced as "amr" (/æmr/) in Persian and Urdu, and /ʕamr/ or /ʕamɾ/ in Arabic and Egyptian Arabic respectively, the name carries significant meaning and heritage. Often associated with strong leadership and wisdom, Amr has been borne by several notable historical figures, including Amr ibn al-As, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a prominent military commander. The name also shares similarities with Amir, another popular Arabic name that means "prince" or "commander." In the United States, while not extremely common, the name Amr has seen consistent usage over the years, reflecting its enduring appeal among families who value its rich cultural significance.
Pronunciation
Persian,Urdu
- Pronunced as amr (/æmr/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as amr (/ʕamr/)
Egyptian Arabic
- Pronunced as amr (/ʕamɾ/)
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Notable People Named Amr
| Amr ibn al-As was a prominent Arab commander and governor who led the Muslim conquest of Egypt and played a crucial role in the early Muslim community. |
| Amr Warda - Amr Medhat Mohsen Warda is an Egyptian professional footballer known for his skills as a winger or attacking midfielder, currently playing for Greek Super League club Panserraikos. |
| Amr Diab is a renowned Egyptian singer, composer, and actor, known for his global success and numerous accolades in the music industry. |
| Amr Shabana, a former professional squash player from Egypt, achieved great success by winning the World Open multiple times and reaching the World No. 1 ranking in 2006. |
| Amr Khaled - Amr Mohamed Helmi Khaled is a prominent Egyptian Muslim activist and television preacher, known for his influential and accessible message that resonates with many Muslims worldwide. |
| Amr Al-Dabbagh is a Saudi businessman who led the Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority from 2004 to 2012. |
| Amr Salama is a multi-talented Egyptian film director, blogger, screenwriter, and author. |
| Amr Sobhy is an Egyptian information activist, social and tech entrepreneur, published author, and poet, best known as the co-creator of MorsiMeter, a digital initiative to monitor the performance of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, which has garnered global attention and inspired similar projects in other countries. |
| Amr Fahmy - Amr Mustapha Mourad Fahmy was an Egyptian football administrator who served as the General-Secretary of the Confederation of African Football from 2017 to 2019. |
| Amr ibn Kulthum - ʿAmr ibn Kulthūm was a pre-Islamic Arabian poet and chieftain of the Taghlib tribe, known for his inclusion in the Mu'allaqat and as the grandson of the poet Abu Layla al-Muhalhel. |
| Amr Gamal Sayed Ahmed is an Egyptian footballer known for his role as a striker at Egyptian Premier League club Pharco. |
| Amr ibn al-Jamuh - ʿAmr ibn al-Jamūḥ was an ansari companion of Muhammad and a chief of Banu Salama who died in the Battle of Uhud. |
| Amr Saad is an Egyptian actor who started his career in the late 1990s and graduated from the Faculty of Applied Arts. |
| Amr El-Gaiar is an Egyptian sport shooter who represented Egypt at the 2004 Summer Olympics and won a gold medal in skeet shooting at the 2003 African Championships. |
| Amr Saleem Kashmiri is a Pakistani-born actor and film editor known for his work in Pakistani films, making his debut in 2011 with the award-winning film "Bol." |
