The name Bakary is of West African origin, specifically from the Fulani ethnic group who are primarily found in Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon, and other countries in the region. It is a traditionally male given name that translates to "wise" or "intelligent".
Bakary is derived from the Fulani word "bakari", which means "wise". The Fulani people are known for their rich culture and history, with a strong oral tradition of storytelling and poetry. They are predominantly Muslim and have a distinct culture and language.
The name Bakary has been carried through generations in West African families and has become quite popular in many countries across the continent. It is often paired with other traditional Fulani names such as Umar, Idi, or Mohammed.
While there may be variations in spelling due to transliteration from one language to another, the name Bakary remains a significant part of West African cultural heritage and continues to be bestowed upon newborn boys as a symbol of wisdom and intelligence.
The given statistics show the number of births with the name Bakary in the United States from 2000 to 2023. Over this period, there was a total of 137 babies named Bakary born in the U.S.
The statistics demonstrate variations in the popularity of the name Bakary over time. From 2000 to 2004, the name's popularity remained relatively low with only 5 births each year. However, between 2006 and 2013, there was an increase in its popularity, reaching a peak of 11 births in 2013.
After 2013, the popularity of the name Bakary seemed to decline again, with only 6 births recorded each year from 2014 to 2019. However, there was another increase in its popularity between 2018 and 2020, with 12 births in 2018 and 8 births in 2019. Since then, the name's popularity has stabilized with 6 births each year in 2020, 2022, and 2023.
Overall, these statistics provide insight into the trends and fluctuations in the popularity of the name Bakary over a span of nearly two decades in the United States.