Bobak is a name of Persian origin, derived from the word 'bobakht,' which means 'luck' or 'good fortune.' It is predominantly used as a male given name in countries where Persian culture has had an influence, such as Iran and Afghanistan. The name Bobak is also sometimes spelled as Babek or Bobag, depending on the region and transcription method. Despite its unique sound and spelling in English-speaking countries, Bobak is believed to have originated from the same root word as the more familiar 'Bob,' which is a short form of Robert. However, while Robert means 'bright fame' or 'shining fame,' Bobak maintains its distinct meaning of 'luck.'
The name Bobak experienced varying popularity between 1979 and 1996, with peaks in 1986 and 1987 at 16 and 14 births respectively. However, it seems to have declined steadily thereafter, with only 5 births recorded in 1993 and 6 births each in 1995 and 1996. Overall, there were 122 babies named Bobak born during this period.