How Many People Are Named Babacar?

Complete statistics for the name Babacar: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Babacar
Very Rare
Wolof adaptation of the Arabic name Abu Bakr

Babacar is a name with a very rare presence in the U.S., with only 216 people alive today. That's 1 in 1,524,431 Americans. Most are under 30, making it a truly modern name.

~216
Living in US
1 in 1,524,431
Americans
2005
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Father of generosity or the generous one
🌐
Origin
Wolof adaptation of the Arabic name Abu Bakr
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Generous Dignified Warm Steady
1
Life Path Number

The number 1 in numerology represents leadership, independence, and a pioneering spirit. People with this life path number tend to be self-driven and naturally inclined to take initiative in whatever they do.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

101,293
Worldwide Bearers
#10,067
Global Rank
🇸🇳 Senegal
96,233
🇲🇦 Morocco
1,119
🇲🇷 Mauritania
887
🇪🇸 Spain
704
🇫🇷 France
592
🇲🇱 Mali
497
🇺🇸 United States
333
🇬🇦 Gabon
200
🇬🇳 Guinea
105
🇧🇷 Brazil
100

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
216 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
219
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 219 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2005

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
69
Classic Feel
19
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Babacar Through the Generations

Babacar has a unique story in the U.S., with just 219 total births since its peak in 2005. The name's rarity is underscored by the fact that there are more Americans named Albert than Babacars. The majority of those born with the name are under 30, indicating its strong association with younger generations. This contrasts sharply with the estimated 101,293 living bearers worldwide, with the highest concentration in Senegal, highlighting the name's global appeal beyond American borders. The stable trend suggests a consistent interest in the name over time, despite its low frequency in the U.S. population.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 17

✨ Similar Names to Babacar

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Babacar's Wolof adaptation of the Arabic name Abu Bakr roots

📄 About the Name Babacar

How Many People Have the Name Babacar?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 216 people in the United States currently share the name Babacar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,524,431 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Babacar a Common or Rare Name?

Babacar is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Babacar Mean?

Babacar means "Father of generosity or the generous one" and comes from Wolof adaptation of the Arabic name Abu Bakr origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Babacar in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Babacar Most Popular?

The name Babacar reached peak popularity in 2005, with 14 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Babacar?

Approximately 216 people named Babacar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 219. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,524,431 Americans.

Is Babacar a rare name?

Babacar is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,524,431 Americans has this name.

What does the name Babacar mean?

Babacar means "Father of generosity or the generous one" and comes from Wolof adaptation of the Arabic name Abu Bakr origins.

Is Babacar more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Babacar are male and 0% are female.

When was Babacar most popular?

Babacar peaked in 2005 with 14 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US216
All-Time Births219
1 in X1 in 1,524,431
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2005
World Rank#10,067
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.