Mubarak is of Arabic origin, meaning 'blessed' or 'one who blesses'. It is a unisex name, though more commonly used for males. In Islamic culture, it holds significant spiritual value, often being associated with divine favor and good fortune. The name gained global recognition through its use by several notable figures, including Egyptian former president Hosni Mubarak.
Over the years, there's been a notable increase in the number of babies named Mubarak. While initially it started off low with fewer than 10 births each year from 1981 to 1997, it began rising steadily after that. The late 2000s saw a significant surge, with over 20 births per year recorded annually between 2006 and 2015. This trend continued into the 2010s and 2020s, with years like 2019 (33 births), 2020 (29 births), and 2023 (30 births) marking the highest numbers so far. Overall, there have been a total of 519 babies named Mubarak from 1981 to 2023.