Aboubakar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-boo-BAH-kar / /æbuːˈbɑːkɑːr/Arabic; African
Meaning
Father of Bakr (Arabic); often associated with leadership and nobility (African)
Historical & Cultural Background
Aboubakar is derived from the Arabic name Abu Bakr, which means 'father of the young camel' and is historically significant as the name of the first caliph in Islam. In various African cultures, particularly in West Africa, the name is associated with leadership and respect, often given to boys in noble families. The name has been widely adopted in different forms across various regions, reflecting the cultural exchange between Arabic and African traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Aboubacar
- Abubakar
International Variants
- Abu Bakr (Arabic)
- Aboubakar (French)
Famous people named Aboubakar
Aboubakar Kamara — professional footballer.
Aboubakar Soumahoro — politician.
Aboubakar Sidiki — musician.
Fictional characters named Aboubakar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aboubakar was first seen in the United States in 1998. Aboubakar has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Aboubakar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aboubakar (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |