Amar at a glance
- Meaning
- Grace
- Origin
- Igbo
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- A-mar
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Amara, Amaria, Amarra, Amaariya, Amaarra, Amarya
Lucky details for Amar
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Amar is a Igbo name meaning “grace”. It is a spelling variant of Amara and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Amar for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Amar reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Amar
What does the name Amar mean?
Amar means “grace” and comes from a Igbo root.
Is Amar a boy or girl name?
Amar is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Amar?
Amar is pronounced A-mar (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Amar?
The lucky number for Amar is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Amar?
Popular short forms include Amai, Amy.
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