Hajar
Hajar: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Hajar
- A female given name in Hausa, from Arabic
Etymology
From Arabic هَاجَر (hājar).
How popular is Hajar?
Since 1880, 745 girls in the U.S. have been named Hajar. Its highest rank for girls was #4140 in 2010. In 2025, 26 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Hajar FAQ
What does the name Hajar mean?
A female given name in Hausa, from Arabic From Arabic هَاجَر (hājar).
What is the origin of the name Hajar?
Hajar is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Hajar?
Since 1880, 745 girls in the U.S. have been named Hajar. Its highest rank for girls was #4140 in 2010. In 2025, 26 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Hajar a boy or girl name?
Hajar is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 745 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.