The pilgrim
Derived from the Arabic title 'al-Hajj', which is given to a Muslim who has successfully completed the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. In West African cultures, particularly in Senegal and Mali, it is frequently used as a formal given name to honor this religious milestone.
Less common today
Elhadji isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,665 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Senegalese professional footballer
Senegalese painter and curator
Senegalese religious leader and scholar
