Boubacar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationboo-bah-kar / /buːbɑːˈkɑːr/Arabic; West African
Meaning
Father of the blessed; a title of respect
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Boubacar is derived from 'Abu Bakr,' meaning 'father of the blessed,' and is often associated with the first caliph of Islam. In West African cultures, particularly among the Fulani and Mandinka, it is a common name that signifies respect and honor, often given to leaders and influential figures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Boubacar
- Boubakar
- Boubacarou
International Variants
- Abu Bakr (Arabic)
- Boubacar (French)
Famous people named Boubacar
Boubacar Barry — Ivorian footballer.
Boubacar Traoré — Malian musician.
Fictional characters named Boubacar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Boubacar was first seen in the United States in 1997. Boubacar has ranked as high as #1333 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Maryland, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Boubacar has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Boubacar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 27 |