Abu-Bakr
Abu-Bakr is a Muslim boy name meaning “Father of the young camel”.
| Meaning | Father of the young camel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أبو بكر |
| Pronunciation | ah-boo BAK-r |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abu-Bakr
Abū Bakr is a kunya, a 'father of' name; bakr means a young camel. It is the name by which ʿAbdullāh ibn Abī Quḥāfa, the Prophet's closest friend, is known; he was the first adult man to accept Islam outside the Prophet's household, accompanied him on the Hijra and became the first caliph. It is used as a given name in his honour.
Is Abu-Bakr a Muslim name?
Yes. Abu Bakr is a Muslim name honouring Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the first caliph and closest Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Abu-Bakr used?
Used worldwide; Abubakar is common in Nigeria and East Africa and Ebubekir in Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abu-Bakr mean?
Abu-Bakr means 'Father of the young camel'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abu-Bakr a Muslim name?
Yes. Abu Bakr is a Muslim name honouring Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the first caliph and closest Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Abu-Bakr in Arabic?
Abu-Bakr is written أبو بكر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abu-Bakr?
Abu-Bakr is pronounced ah-boo BAK-r.