الحاج

Alhagie

boyGambian form of Arabic al-Ḥājj

Alhagie is a Muslim boy name meaning “The pilgrim”.

MeaningThe pilgrim
GenderBoy
OriginGambian form of Arabic al-Ḥājj
Arabic spellingالحاج
Pronunciational-HAH-jee
Arabic rootح ج ج (ḥ-j-j) — to make pilgrimage
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Alhagie

Alhagie is the Gambian spelling of al-Ḥājj, 'the pilgrim', a title for a man who has performed Hajj. In the Gambia it is also given as a first name, often to a boy named after a grandfather who made the pilgrimage, or in hope that he will one day do so. In Nigeria the same word is written Alhaji.

Is Alhagie a Muslim name?

Yes. Alhagie is a Muslim name in the Gambia, from al-Ḥājj, the title of one who has performed Hajj.

Is Alhagie in the Quran?

Its root appears in 'pilgrimage (ḥijj) to the House is a duty owed to Allah' (Quran 3:97).

Where is the name Alhagie used?

Common in the Gambia; El Hadji is the usual form in Senegal.

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Spellings and variants of Alhagie

AlhajiElhadjiEl HadjAlhajj

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Alhagie mean?

Alhagie means 'The pilgrim'. It comes from Gambian form of Arabic al-Ḥājj.

Is Alhagie a Muslim name?

Yes. Alhagie is a Muslim name in the Gambia, from al-Ḥājj, the title of one who has performed Hajj.

How do you write Alhagie in Arabic?

Alhagie is written الحاج in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Alhagie?

Alhagie is pronounced al-HAH-jee.

Is Alhagie mentioned in the Quran?

Its root appears in 'pilgrimage (ḥijj) to the House is a duty owed to Allah' (Quran 3:97).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.