Aboubakar
Aboubakar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the first Caliph, Abu Bakr”.
| Meaning | Name of the first Caliph, Abu Bakr |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, French spelling of Abu Bakr |
| Arabic spelling | أبو بكر |
| Pronunciation | ah-boo-bah-KAHR |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aboubakar
Aboubakar is the French-style spelling of Abū Bakr, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ closest companion, his father-in-law through ʿĀʾisha, and the first Caliph of Islam. The kunya ('father of Bakr') is written as one word, as is usual in Africa. It is common in Cameroon, Niger, Chad and Guinea; Cameroonian footballer Vincent Aboubakar carries it as a surname.
Is Aboubakar a Muslim name?
Yes. Aboubakar is a Muslim name, a spelling of Abū Bakr al-Ṣiddīq, the first Caliph.
Where is the name Aboubakar used?
Common across francophone West and Central Africa, especially Cameroon, Niger, Chad and Guinea.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aboubakar mean?
Aboubakar means 'Name of the first Caliph, Abu Bakr'. It comes from Arabic, French spelling of Abu Bakr.
Is Aboubakar a Muslim name?
Yes. Aboubakar is a Muslim name, a spelling of Abū Bakr al-Ṣiddīq, the first Caliph.
How do you write Aboubakar in Arabic?
Aboubakar is written أبو بكر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aboubakar?
Aboubakar is pronounced ah-boo-bah-KAHR.