Abubakar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abubakar originated from the Arabic language, meaning 'father of the young camel'. It evolved from 'Abū Bakr' in classical Arabic and has been carried into modern use with variations. The name is associated with strong traits of leadership and integrity, particularly due to its connection with early Islamic history. It holds no biblical relevance.
The name Abubakar is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abubakar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abubakar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10056th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4277th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2716th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abubakar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abubakar"
Pronunciation
/ˌɑːbuːˈbɑːkər/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Abubakar is derived from the Arabic name 'Abū Bakr', which means 'father of the young camel' or 'father of the virgin'. It is composed of the elements 'Abū', meaning 'father of', and 'Bakr', meaning 'young camel' or 'virgin'.
Meaning
Father of the young camel
Language Evolution
Abū Bakr (Arabic), Abubakar (Modern Arabic), Abubakar (Anglicized form)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world following the time of the Prophet Muhammad, as Abu Bakr was one of Muhammad's closest companions and the first caliph of Islam.
Variants & Derivatives
Abu Bakr, Abubakar, Abdallah, Bakar
Modern Popularity & Image
Abubakar is commonly used in Muslim communities and is often associated with leadership and respect due to its historical significance. It is perceived positively, often linked to strong character and integrity.
Famous People
Abubakar Shekau (Nigerian militant leader), Abubakar Siddique (Pakistani politician), Abubakar Malami (Nigerian Attorney General)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abubakar"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abubakar"
"Abubakar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10056th of 16616 | 32 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4277th of 24088 | 328 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2716th of 23106 | 556 |
Regional Popularity of "Abubakar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
45.12% 2330th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.27% 1445th/3984 |
39.45% 1770th/4487 |
- |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abubakar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abubakar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abubakar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.