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Hajar

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Pronounced HAH-jar /ˈhɑ.dʒɑr/Medium

Meaning: Arabic form of Hagar — the revered wife of Abraham and mother of Ishmael (the meaning of the original name is debated)Low

In 30 seconds: Mother of Ishmael: Hajar is the Arabic Hagar — Abraham's revered wife. Devout, strong, and warm.
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Origin MediumArabic, Hebrew
MeaningArabic form of Hagar — the revered wife of Abraham and mother of Ishmael (the meaning of the original name is debated)
U.S. rank (2025)#5022 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 745

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201019812025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hajar is the Arabic form of Hagar — the wife of Abraham and mother of Ishmael, honored in Islam for her steadfast faith (her search for water is commemorated in the Hajj). The original name's meaning is debated (possibly 'flight' or of Egyptian origin), which we note. A devout, strong name.

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, a-revered-matriarch at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Hajar (Hagar) was the wife of Abraham and mother of Ishmael, revered in Islam for her faith and endurance in the desert — the meaning of the original name is debated.
Overall data confidence 70%
References — Hajar / Hagar — meaning debated

Variations

HagarHajaraHaajar

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hajar mean?

Hajar is the Arabic Hagar — Abraham's revered wife; the meaning of the original name is debated.

How do you pronounce Hajar?

It's said HAH-jar /ˈhɑ.dʒɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hajar a boy or girl name?

Hajar is a girl's name.

How popular is Hajar?

Hajar is a rare name in the U.S.

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