Haajira
Haajira is a Muslim girl name of Urdu form of Arabic Hajar origin, meaning “Hagar, mother of Ismail”.
| Meaning | Hagar, mother of Ismail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Urdu form of Arabic Hajar |
| Written as | هاجرہ |
| Pronunciation | HAH-jee-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Haajira
Haajira, often spelled Hajira or Hajra, is the form of Hājar used across South Asia; Hājar was the mother of the Prophet Ismāʿīl. People usually take the name to mean one who migrates, linking it to the Arabic root h-j-r. That meaning calls to mind Hajar's journey to the valley where Makkah would later rise. The extra -a at the end is what makes this form especially popular in Pakistan and India.
Is Haajira a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Haajira in honour of Hajar, mother of Prophet Ismail, in the shape the name takes in South Asia.
How popular is Haajira?
Haajira and its spellings are common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
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Spellings and variants of Haajira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haajira mean?
Haajira means 'Hagar, mother of Ismail'. It is of Urdu form of Arabic Hajar origin.
Is Haajira a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Haajira in honour of Hajar, mother of Prophet Ismail, in the shape the name takes in South Asia.
How do you pronounce Haajira?
Haajira is pronounced HAH-jee-rah.
Is Haajira a boy or girl name?
Haajira is usually a girl name.