Father of the young camel
Derived from the Arabic elements 'abu', meaning father, and 'bakr', meaning 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.
About 76 boys were named Abubakr in 2025.
The first Rashidun Caliph and companion of Prophet Muhammad
Former leader of the militant group Boko Haram
The first Prime Minister of independent Nigeria
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
