An Indo-Aryan word of Sanskrit origin meaning Immortal, Eternal, Forever-lasting. Is commonly used for males of Hindu background. 'Amar' is also more likely to be popular as a first name.
Alternatively, is also used (but not as common) amongst Semitic and Latin people (spelt and pronounced differently though). In Arabic: from 'Qamar' meaning of the moon, and from the Spanish 'Amor' meaning to love.
Alternatively, is also used (but not as common) amongst Semitic and Latin people (spelt and pronounced differently though). In Arabic: from 'Qamar' meaning of the moon, and from the Spanish 'Amor' meaning to love.
Maharaja Amar I ruled a vast Hindu empire from the tip of Southern India to the mountainous regions of Afghanistan.
by ujjaindisciple February 06, 2010