In 2004, Karimi was inducted into the Iranian Science and Culture Hall of Fame for her lifelong contributions to Persian studies, language, and literature.
Amir Banoo Karimi was the eldest child of Iranian poet, Seyed Karim Amiri Firuzkuhi.
Born in Tehran during the reign of Reza Shah, Amir Banoo was unable to acquire her father's last name, namely, Amiri Firuzkuhi due to its political connotations, "Amir" meaning king or emir hence, Emir of Firuzkuh.
Karimi pursued her education in the field of Persian Literature at the University of Tehran where she also taught as a professor upon graduation.
Karimi died on 31 December 2023, her 92nd birthday, from pulmonary heart disease.