Find out how popular the first name Kamir has been for the last 19 years (from 2005 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kamir by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Kamir is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 32 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kamir.

The history of the first name Kamir

The name Kamir has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language of India, dating back to the Vedic period around 1500-500 BCE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'kamira', which means 'lotus flower' or 'beautiful'. It was a popular name among the noble and royal families of ancient India, symbolizing beauty, purity, and grace.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kamir can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, which is believed to have been composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE. In this epic, Kamir is mentioned as the name of a prince from the kingdom of Kashi (present-day Varanasi).

The name Kamir gained further prominence during the reign of the Maurya Empire in ancient India, which lasted from around 322 BCE to 185 BCE. During this period, Kamir was the name of a renowned scholar and philosopher who is credited with making significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and mathematics.

In the 7th century CE, Kamir was the name of a Buddhist monk and scholar who traveled to China and played a crucial role in the spread of Buddhism in East Asia. His teachings and translations of Buddhist texts had a profound impact on the development of Buddhism in China and neighboring regions.

Another notable figure in history with the name Kamir was a Persian poet who lived during the 11th century CE. His collection of poems, known as the 'Diwan-e-Kamir', is considered a masterpiece of Persian literature and has been widely studied and appreciated by scholars and literary enthusiasts.

In the 16th century, Kamir was the name of a Mughal prince and military commander who served under the reign of Emperor Akbar. He was known for his bravery and strategic military prowess, and played a significant role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire across the Indian subcontinent.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Kamir. The name has endured across centuries and cultures, carrying with it the symbolism of beauty, purity, and grace, as well as associations with scholarship, philosophy, and military prowess.

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