During the
Balkan Wars, one person from Babek village volunteered in the
Bulgarian army during 1912. The majority of the population are Orthodox Christians in terms of religious beliefs. It is believed that the village has been moved a few times in a perimeter between 5 and 7 kilometers. The reason for the relocation has been stated to be attacks under the
Ottoman rule over Bulgaria (1396-1878). Local legends believe that the formation of the village started due to an old woman relocating with her sons in the area. Hence the name "Babek" coming out of the
Bulgarian word "Baba" which means grandmother.
Notable people • General Banko Pironkov, a
World War II hero • Stefan Shivachev •
Tsvetana Pironkova, a notable Bulgarian tennis player. == References ==