Father of the young camel
Derived from the Arabic elements 'Abu' meaning father and 'Bakr' meaning young camel. It is historically significant as the name of the first caliph and a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad. In many Muslim cultures, it is a highly respected name symbolizing loyalty and leadership.
Less common today
Abubakar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,286 in 2017.
The first Rashidun Caliph and companion of Prophet Muhammad
Former leader of the Nigerian militant group Boko Haram
The first Prime Minister of independent Nigeria
Professional footballer from Mauritania
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
