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Abubacar

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Pronounced ah-boo-BAH-kar /ˌɑː.buːˈbɑː.kar/Medium

Meaning: A West African and Portuguese-influenced spelling of Abu Bakr, an Arabic name traditionally glossed 'father of the young camel.' Abu Bakr was the close companion of the Prophet and the first Caliph. Noted respectfully.Medium

In 30 seconds: A revered heritage name: Abubacar renders Abu Bakr, the first Caliph in Islamic history (said 'ah-boo-BAH-kar').
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningA West African and Portuguese-influenced spelling of Abu Bakr, an Arabic name traditionally glossed 'father of the young camel.' Abu Bakr was the close companion of the Prophet and the first Caliph. Noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2025)#12024 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 24

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200920092025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Abubacar is a West African and Portuguese-influenced spelling of Abu Bakr, traditionally glossed 'father of the young camel.' Abu Bakr was the close companion of the Prophet and the first Caliph, so the name carries deep honor. Noted respectfully (said 'ah-boo-BAH-kar').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely for boys, mainly in West African families. Rare, revered, and heritage-rooted.

Did you know? Abubacar is a spelling of Abu Bakr — the close companion of the Prophet and the first Caliph — traditionally glossed 'father of the young camel' (said 'ah-boo-BAH-kar').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Abubacar — Form of Abu Bakr, the first Caliph

Variations

AbubakerAboubacarAbu Bakr

Nicknames

AbuBacar

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Abubacar mean?

Abubacar is a form of Abu Bakr, traditionally glossed 'father of the young camel'; Abu Bakr was the first Caliph.

How do you pronounce Abubacar?

It's said ah-boo-BAH-kar /ˌɑː.buːˈbɑː.kar/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Abubacar a boy or girl name?

Abubacar is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Abubacar?

Abubacar is rare for boys in the U.S., mainly in West African families.

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