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Sajda
Pronounced SAJ-dah /ˈsæj.də/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic sajda, 'prostration; the act of bowing in prayer' — an expression of devotion and humility before God. A quietly reverent name, which we note.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Sajda comes from the Arabic sajda, 'prostration in prayer,' an act of devotion central to Muslim worship. A reverent name, which we note — used in Arabic-speaking communities and rare in the U.S. (said 'SAJ-dah').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Muslim families. Rare, reverent, and faith-rooted.
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What does the name Sajda mean?
Sajda is Arabic for 'prostration in prayer' — an act of devotion and humility, which we note.
How do you pronounce Sajda?
It's said SAJ-dah /ˈsæj.də/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Sajda a boy or girl name?
Sajda is a girl's name.
How popular is Sajda?
Sajda is a rare name in the U.S.