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Ammar

Boy name · 30 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ammar: 30 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2023.

Ammar is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root ‘a-m-r meaning “to build” or “to prosper,” and it carries the sense of “one who brings civilisation” or “long-lived.” The most famous bearer is Ammar ibn Yasir, a revered early companion of the Prophet Muhammad known for his unwavering faith and eloquence. While no major place shares the exact name, the root appears in the name of the city of Amman, Jordan, though that connection is indirect. A notable variant is Amar, sometimes used in South Asian and Balkan contexts, and the name has gained