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HajarIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Stone

Pronunciation: hah-JAR

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Name
Hajar
Meaning
Stone
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
hah-JAR
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Hajar mean?

Hajar is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Stone". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: hah-JAR. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

ہاجر

رحیل اور وطن سے دور ہونے کا مطلب

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

هاجر

اسم يدل على الرحيل و الابتعاد عن الوطن

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

hah-JAR

IPA

/ˈhɑːdʒɑːr/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Hajar is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Stone. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

YellowRed

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Indicates leadership and independence.

Personality

Personality Traits

StrongPatientLoyalV = VirtuousL = Loyal

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Patience, perseverance, and strong faith.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Hajar's name is mentioned extensively in Islamic history, and she is considered an exemplary figure of faith and devotion. Her story is an important part of Islamic culture, and her resilience and strength are celebrated in various forms of art, literature, and oral tradition.
The name Hajar holds spiritual significance in Islam as it is associated with the Hajar As-Sawda, the black stone in the Kaaba that pilgrims kiss during the Hajj observance. This stone is believed to have been touched by Prophet Ibrahim and his wife Hajar, and represents a connection to the sacred past of Islam. Additionally, Hajar's story demonstrates the important Islamic values of hijra (immigration for faith), sabr (patience), and sabr (perseverance). Her unwavering faith and commitment to Allah in the face of adversity serve as an inspiration for believers.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Hajar was the wife of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and the mother of Isma'il (Ishmael). The name Hajar carried significant weight in that era.

21st century BCE

Historical records show that Hajar is mentioned in the Quran in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 124. The name Hajar carried significant weight in that era.

7th century CE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Hajar

migration, departure from homeland

🇵🇰Urdu

ہاجر

رحیل اور وطن سے دور ہونے کا مطلب

🇸🇦Arabic

هاجر

اسم يدل على الرحيل و الابتعاد عن الوطن

🇮🇳Hindi

हजर

प्रस्थान और मातृभूमि से दूर होने का अर्थ

🇦🇫Pashto

هاجر

د هجرت او د وطن څخه د لرې کیدو مطلب

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