Find out how popular the last name Bakare is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Bakare.

Bakare, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Bakare surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bakare in America

Bakare is the 44423rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bakare surname appeared 484 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Bakare.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bakare to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Bakare

The surname BAKARE has its origins in the Yoruba ethnic group of southwestern Nigeria. It is believed to have emerged during the 14th century in the region that is now known as Ogun State. The name is derived from the Yoruba word "Ọkọ́ bàkàrè," which translates to "a man of integrity."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BAKARE surname can be found in a local chronicle from the ancient city of Ife, which dates back to the 16th century. This document mentions a prominent figure named Adebakare, who was a trusted advisor to the Ooni (ruler) of Ife during that era.

In the 18th century, the BAKARE name gained further recognition when a renowned warrior and military strategist named Oyebakare played a pivotal role in the defense of the Oyo Empire against invading forces. His exploits were documented in oral histories and folklore that have been passed down through generations.

During the 19th century, a prominent scholar and linguist named Samuel Ajayi Bakare (1827-1901) made significant contributions to the study of Yoruba language and culture. His work helped to preserve and promote the rich heritage of the Yoruba people.

Another notable figure with the BAKARE surname was Adekunle Bakare (1891-1972), a pioneering educator and community leader who established several schools in southwestern Nigeria. His efforts played a crucial role in promoting education and empowering future generations.

In more recent times, the name BAKARE has been associated with individuals such as Tunde Bakare (born 1954), a prominent Nigerian pastor and social activist who has been vocal in advocating for good governance and accountability in the country's leadership.

While the BAKARE surname originated in southwestern Nigeria, it has since spread across the globe, with individuals bearing this name making their mark in various fields and contributing to the cultural diversity of their respective communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bakare

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Bakare.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Bakare was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Bakare has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Bakare was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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