Hajarah
Hajarah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, West African form of Hājar origin, meaning “Form of Hajar, mother of Ismail”.
| Meaning | Form of Hajar, mother of Ismail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, West African form of Hājar |
| Written as | هاجرة |
| Pronunciation | HAH-jah-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, West Africa |
Meaning and origin of Hajarah
Hajarah is a spelling of Hājar, who was married to the Prophet Ibrahim and was mother to the Prophet Ismail. In the Hausa-speaking north of Nigeria the name is very often written Hajara or Hajarah, with an extra final vowel, as is usual for local forms of Arabic names. Hajar is remembered for hurrying between Safa and Marwa to find water for her little son. Pilgrims honour that moment in the saʿy of Hajj and Umrah.
Is Hajarah a Muslim name?
Hajarah is a regional spelling of Hajar, mother of the Prophet Ismail, and Muslim families honour her story through the rites of Hajj.
How popular is Hajarah?
Hajarah is most common in northern Nigeria and nearby West African countries, where it is usually spelled Hajara.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hajarah mean?
Hajarah means 'Form of Hajar, mother of Ismail'. It is of Arabic, West African form of Hājar origin.
Is Hajarah a Muslim name?
Hajarah is a regional spelling of Hajar, mother of the Prophet Ismail, and Muslim families honour her story through the rites of Hajj.
How do you pronounce Hajarah?
Hajarah is pronounced HAH-jah-rah.
Is Hajarah a boy or girl name?
Hajarah is usually a girl name.