Stranger or flight; to migrate
Hajer is an Arabic name traditionally associated with the biblical and Quranic figure Hagar. It signifies the act of migration or 'flight' from one's homeland, reflecting a journey of faith and resilience. In Islamic tradition, she is a revered figure as the mother of Ishmael.
Less common today
Hajer isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,765 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Libyan peace activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee
Bahraini Olympic sprinter