Holding steady, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Aboubacar since 1993
Babies named Aboubacar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 146 |
| 2010s | 173 |
| 2020s | 126 |
Meaning & origin
Aboubacar is a name with deep roots in Islamic tradition and West African culture. It is a variant of Abu Bakr, the name of the first Caliph of Islam and a revered figure in Muslim history. The name entered U.S. records in 1993, reflecting immigration patterns from West Africa, and has seen gradual growth. Its peak year was 2024, when it ranked highest, and it has remained relatively stable in popularity. The name is most common in New York, which has a significant West African diaspora community. With a current rank of 4,249 and an incidence of 1 in 71,170, Aboubacar remains a distinctive choice that honors both religious heritage and family traditions.
Aboubacar is a West African variant of the Arabic name Abu Bakr, composed of 'abu' (father) and 'bakr' (young camel). Abu Bakr was a close companion and father-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, and the first Caliph of Islam. The name is particularly common in Muslim-majority countries of West Africa, such as Guinea, Mali, and Senegal, and was carried by enslaved Africans to the Americas.
Where Aboubacar is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aboubacar” around the world
Where Aboubacar lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
225
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abou, Bakar
Sibling names for Aboubacar
Names that share Aboubacar's style, for a brother or sister.
