The pilgrim
Derived from the Arabic title 'Al-Hajj', it refers to a Muslim who has successfully completed the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. It is commonly used as a given name in West African countries like Guinea and Senegal to honor this spiritual milestone.
Less common today
Elhadj isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,007 in 2025.
Former Secretary General of the International Federation of Red Cross
Senegalese professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
