بابر

Bobur

boyUzbek form of Persian Babur

Bobur is a Muslim boy name meaning “Tiger”.

MeaningTiger
GenderBoy
OriginUzbek form of Persian Babur
Arabic spellingبابر
Pronunciationboh-BOOR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Bobur

Bobur is the Uzbek pronunciation of Bābur, from the Persian babr, 'tiger'. The name is famous through Ẓahīr al-Dīn Muḥammad Bābur (1483–1530), born in the Fergana Valley, who founded the Mughal Empire in India and wrote the celebrated memoir Baburnama. Bobur is a national hero in Uzbekistan and the name is very popular there.

Is Bobur a Muslim name?

Bobur is used by Muslim families, especially in Uzbekistan. It is a Persian-origin name honouring Babur, the Muslim founder of the Mughal Empire.

Where is the name Bobur used?

Very common in Uzbekistan; Babar and Babur are used in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bobur mean?

Bobur means 'Tiger'. It comes from Uzbek form of Persian Babur.

Is Bobur a Muslim name?

Bobur is used by Muslim families, especially in Uzbekistan. It is a Persian-origin name honouring Babur, the Muslim founder of the Mughal Empire.

How do you write Bobur in Arabic?

Bobur is written بابر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Bobur?

Bobur is pronounced boh-BOOR.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.