Father of the young camel
Derived from the Arabic 'Abu' meaning father and 'Bakr' referring to a young camel. It is a name of great historical and religious significance in Islam, famously borne by the first Caliph and close companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
Less common today
Abubaker isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,466 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
The first Caliph of Islam and companion of Muhammad
Sudanese two-time world indoor 800m champion