Jabbar
Jabbar is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Mighty, powerful, or compeller.
Origin and history
Jabbar is an Arabic name meaning powerful, mighty, or omnipotent, and is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam. In the United States, it is a relatively rare masculine name that gained modern visibility through notable sports figures. It carries a strong, assertive sound and deep historical roots in Islamic culture.
Popularity in the United States
752 babies in the United States have been named Jabbar since 1880. It ranks #3924 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1893.
States where it is most popular
- NY (64.8 %)
- CA (14.3 %)
- LA (5.7 %)
- PA (5.7 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 262 |
| 1980-1990 | 152 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 99 |
| 2010-2019 | 71 |
| 2020-2029 | 34 |
Famous people named Jabbar
- Jabbar Gajani: Actor
Fun facts
- In Arabic tradition, the prefix 'Abdul' is often appended to form Abdul Jabbar, meaning 'servant of the Almighty'.
- The name became widely prominent in U.S. popular culture through NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.