Muhajir
Muhajir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Emigrant, one who migrates for God”.
| Meaning | Emigrant, one who migrates for God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مهاجر |
| Pronunciation | moo-HAH-jir |
| Arabic root | ه ج ر (h-j-r) — to emigrate, to leave |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muhajir
Muhajir means an emigrant, and in Islamic history it refers above all to the Muhājirūn, the Companions who left Makkah for Madinah with the Prophet ﷺ. A hadith defines the true muhājir as the one who abandons what God has forbidden. It is used as a given name in Afghanistan, Pakistan and East Africa, and as a surname.
Is Muhajir a Muslim name?
Yes. Muhajir is an Arabic Muslim name recalling the Muhajirun, the Companions who migrated for the sake of Islam.
Is Muhajir in the Quran?
'Whoever emigrates (yuhājir) for the cause of Allah will find on the earth many places of refuge and abundance' (Quran 4:100).
Where is the name Muhajir used?
Used in Afghanistan, Pakistan and East Africa; Mohajer is the Iranian form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muhajir mean?
Muhajir means 'Emigrant, one who migrates for God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muhajir a Muslim name?
Yes. Muhajir is an Arabic Muslim name recalling the Muhajirun, the Companions who migrated for the sake of Islam.
How do you write Muhajir in Arabic?
Muhajir is written مهاجر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muhajir?
Muhajir is pronounced moo-HAH-jir.
Is Muhajir mentioned in the Quran?
'Whoever emigrates (yuhājir) for the cause of Allah will find on the earth many places of refuge and abundance' (Quran 4:100).