Hajar

Meaning of Hajar

With its gentle cadence and ancient heritage, Hajar (hah-JAHR) feels like a secret waiting to be discovered. Rooted in Arabic tradition, it evokes the story of Hajar, the resourceful wife of Abraham who—left in a barren desert—ran between two hills in search of water until the miraculous Zamzam spring appeared, a powerful testament to hope and perseverance. Though Hajar still hovers in the 900s on U.S. baby name charts, it’s quietly winning over parents craving a name with real depth (not to mention a great conversation starter at the playground). Choosing Hajar for a daughter today is like gifting her a lyrical promise of resilience and wonder—a name that grows more radiant with every retelling of its inspiring tale.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as hah-JAHR (/hɑˈdʒɑr/)

• Hadia
• Hafsa
• Hajara
• Hajrah
• Hadeel
• Hadiyah
• Hadija