Abubakar
boy name#3240 in 2025Abubakar entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #2270 in 2017, ranks #3240 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
#3240
rank today
#2270
peak (2017)
36
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #6454 |
| 1990s | #6538 |
| 2000s | #4481 |
| 2010s | #2938 |
| 2020s | #2808 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Abubakar has been most popular in MN, NY, OH.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Abubakar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Abubakar is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Abubakar in 2025?
- Abubakar ranks #3240 among US boy names in 2025, with 36 babies given the name.
- When was the name Abubakar most popular?
- Abubakar peaked in 2017, reaching #2270 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Abubakar with classmates?
- Abubakar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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