Xaaji
Xaaji is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pilgrim, one who has made the Hajj”.
| Meaning | Pilgrim, one who has made the Hajj |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | حاجي |
| Pronunciation | HAH-jee |
| Arabic root | ح ج ج (ḥ-j-j) — to make the pilgrimage |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Xaaji
Xaaji is the Somali spelling of Ḥājjī, 'pilgrim', the title of a man who has made the Hajj. Somali writes ḥ as x and the long ā as aa. Besides being a respectful title for elders, it is given as a personal name, often to honour a grandfather who made the pilgrimage.
Is Xaaji a Muslim name?
Yes. Xaaji is the Somali form of Haji, the title for a Muslim who has performed the Hajj.
Is Xaaji in the Quran?
'Pilgrimage (ḥajj) to the House is a duty owed to Allah by people who are able' (Quran 3:97).
Where is the name Xaaji used?
Common among Somalis both as a name and as a title.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Xaaji mean?
Xaaji means 'Pilgrim, one who has made the Hajj'. It comes from Arabic, Somali spelling.
Is Xaaji a Muslim name?
Yes. Xaaji is the Somali form of Haji, the title for a Muslim who has performed the Hajj.
How do you write Xaaji in Arabic?
Xaaji is written حاجي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Xaaji?
Xaaji is pronounced HAH-jee.
Is Xaaji mentioned in the Quran?
'Pilgrimage (ḥajj) to the House is a duty owed to Allah by people who are able' (Quran 3:97).