Hajar
Hajar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Emigrant; the mother of Ismail”.
| Meaning | Emigrant; the mother of Ismail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هاجر |
| Pronunciation | HAH-jar |
| Arabic root | ه ج ر (h-j-r) — to emigrate, depart |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hajar
Hajar is the Arabic name of Hagar, wife of the Prophet Ibrahim and mother of the Prophet Ismail. Her running between Safa and Marwa in search of water is re-enacted by every pilgrim as the saʿy, and the well of Zamzam sprang up for her. The name is commonly linked to the root of hijra, emigration.
Is Hajar a Muslim name?
Yes. Hajar is a deeply respected Muslim name, honouring the mother of Prophet Ismail whose story is part of the Hajj rites.
Is Hajar in the Quran?
She is not named in the Quran, but Ibrahim's prayer refers to her: 'I have settled some of my offspring in an uncultivated valley near Your Sacred House' (Quran 14:37).
Where is the name Hajar used?
Popular throughout the Arab world, especially in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia (often spelled Hajer or Hadjer).
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Spellings and variants of Hajar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hajar mean?
Hajar means 'Emigrant; the mother of Ismail'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hajar a Muslim name?
Yes. Hajar is a deeply respected Muslim name, honouring the mother of Prophet Ismail whose story is part of the Hajj rites.
How do you write Hajar in Arabic?
Hajar is written هاجر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hajar?
Hajar is pronounced HAH-jar.
Is Hajar mentioned in the Quran?
She is not named in the Quran, but Ibrahim's prayer refers to her: 'I have settled some of my offspring in an uncultivated valley near Your Sacred House' (Quran 14:37).