Baqir
A masculine Arabic name meaning "one who splits or opens knowledge".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Baqir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Baqir today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Baqir births was 2012 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Baqir. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Baqir with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Baqir. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2012
6 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2012 SSA rank
#10,938
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Baqir: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Baqir by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Baqir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Baqir
Baqir is a masculine given name that originated in the Arabic language. Its roots can be traced back to the 7th century, during the early days of Islam. The name is derived from the Arabic word "baqara," which means "to split" or "to cleave." It is believed that the name was initially given to individuals who excelled in the study and interpretation of religious scriptures, as they were considered adept at "splitting" or unveiling the deeper meanings and insights within the texts.
One of the earliest and most prominent individuals to bear the name Baqir was Muhammad al-Baqir, a revered Islamic scholar and the fifth Imam in the Shia tradition. Born in 676 CE in Medina, he was renowned for his vast knowledge and contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and theology. His teachings and interpretations of the Quran and hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad) became influential sources of guidance for subsequent generations of Muslims.
In the realm of Islamic mysticism, the name Baqir is also associated with Abu Bakr al-Baqillani, a renowned scholar and theologian who lived in the 10th and 11th centuries. He was a prominent figure in the Ash'ari school of Islamic theology and is remembered for his works on the rationalization of Islamic beliefs and principles.
Moving forward in history, the name Baqir gained further recognition with individuals like Baqir al-Sadr, an influential Iraqi philosopher, theologian, and political leader who lived in the 20th century (1935-1980). He played a significant role in the Islamic revival movement in Iraq and was a vocal advocate for social and political reforms based on Islamic principles.
Another notable figure was Baqir al-Naji, an Iraqi writer and intellectual who lived from 1923 to 2008. He was a prominent figure in the Arab literary scene and was known for his contributions to poetry, literary criticism, and cultural studies. His works explored themes of identity, nationalism, and the role of literature in shaping societal discourse.
While the name Baqir has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, its influence has transcended geographical boundaries. Throughout history, individuals bearing this name have left their mark in various fields, ranging from religious scholarship and philosophy to literature and political activism, reflecting the rich diversity and depth of the name's legacy.
People
Baqir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Baqir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Baqir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Baqir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Baqir going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Baqir a common name?
We classify Baqir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Baqir most popular?
The single biggest year for Baqir was 2012, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Baqir is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Baqir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Baqir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Baqir in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Baqir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Baqir in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Baqir can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Baqir?
Find out how many people have the name Baqir on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.