Noble, first-born, or a religious reference to Abu Bakr
Bakary is a common West African name, particularly among the Mandinka and Wolof people. It is the regional variation of the Arabic name Bakr, famously associated with Abu Bakr, the first caliph and close companion of the Prophet Muhammad. In some cultural contexts, it also carries the connotation of being a first-born son.
About 5 boys were named Bakary in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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