Hacer
Hacer is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the mother of Ismail”.
| Meaning | Name of the mother of Ismail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Hājar |
| Arabic spelling | هاجر |
| Pronunciation | hah-JEHR |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hacer
Hacer is the Turkish form of Hājar (Hagar), the wife of the Prophet Ibrāhīm and mother of the Prophet Ismāʿīl. Her running between the hills of Safa and Marwa in search of water is re-enacted by every pilgrim in the saʿy of Hajj and Umrah. In Turkish the j sound is written c.
Is Hacer a Muslim name?
Yes. Hacer is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Hajar, mother of the Prophet Ismail, honoured in the rites of Hajj.
Where is the name Hacer used?
Traditional in Turkey; Hajra is a common South Asian form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hacer mean?
Hacer means 'Name of the mother of Ismail'. It comes from Turkish form of Hājar.
Is Hacer a Muslim name?
Yes. Hacer is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Hajar, mother of the Prophet Ismail, honoured in the rites of Hajj.
How do you write Hacer in Arabic?
Hacer is written هاجر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hacer?
Hacer is pronounced hah-JEHR.