Hadjer
Hadjer is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of Hagar, mother of Ismail”.
| Meaning | Name of Hagar, mother of Ismail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Algerian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | هاجر |
| Pronunciation | HAA-jer |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hadjer
Hadjer is the Algerian French-style spelling of Hājar, the wife of the Prophet Ibrahim and mother of Ismail. French transliteration writes the Arabic 'j' as dj, as in Djamel and Hadja. Her running between Safa and Marwa in search of water is commemorated in the saʿy of Hajj and Umrah, making the name deeply loved.
Is Hadjer a Muslim name?
Yes. Hadjer is a Muslim name: it is the Algerian spelling of Hajar (Hagar), the mother of the Prophet Ismail.
Where is the name Hadjer used?
Very popular in Algeria and among Algerian families in France.
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Spellings and variants of Hadjer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hadjer mean?
Hadjer means 'Name of Hagar, mother of Ismail'. It comes from Arabic, Algerian spelling.
Is Hadjer a Muslim name?
Yes. Hadjer is a Muslim name: it is the Algerian spelling of Hajar (Hagar), the mother of the Prophet Ismail.
How do you write Hadjer in Arabic?
Hadjer is written هاجر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hadjer?
Hadjer is pronounced HAA-jer.