Hagar
Hagar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the mother of Prophet Ismail”.
| Meaning | Name of the mother of Prophet Ismail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Egyptian pronunciation of Hajar) |
| Arabic spelling | هاجر |
| Pronunciation | HAA-gar |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hagar
Hagar is the Egyptian form of Hājar, because Egyptian Arabic pronounces the letter jīm as a hard 'g'. Hājar was the wife of Prophet Ibrāhīm and mother of Ismāʿīl; her running between Safa and Marwa in search of water is re-enacted by every pilgrim as the saʿy. The name is often linked to hijra (emigration), though its ultimate origin is uncertain.
Is Hagar a Muslim name?
Yes. Hagar is a Muslim name in Egypt, where it is the local pronunciation of Hajar, the mother of Prophet Ismail.
Where is the name Hagar used?
Very common in Egypt; elsewhere the same name is written Hajar, Hadjer or Hajra.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hagar mean?
Hagar means 'Name of the mother of Prophet Ismail'. It comes from Arabic (Egyptian pronunciation of Hajar).
Is Hagar a Muslim name?
Yes. Hagar is a Muslim name in Egypt, where it is the local pronunciation of Hajar, the mother of Prophet Ismail.
How do you write Hagar in Arabic?
Hagar is written هاجر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hagar?
Hagar is pronounced HAA-gar.