Roderic
The formal definition of Abubakar is 'Father of the young camel,' derived from the Arabic 'Abu' meaning father and 'Bakr' meaning young camel. Character-wise, it suggests a personality that is inherently protective, wise, and possesses the strength of a natural leader who guides others with patience and grace.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,321 |
| Gender | Male (12% / 88%) |
| Peak year | 1970 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1931 |
| Most recent | 1977 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Arabic, African |
| Comeback name | No |
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Abubakar Tafawa Balewa (First Prime Minister of Nigeria) · Abubakar Salim (Actor, 'Raised by Wolves') · Abubakar Kamara (Professional Footballer) · Abubakar Bukola Saraki (Statesman and Politician) · Abu Bakr (First Caliph and companion of the Prophet)
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