Hajer
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "migrant" or "immigrant".
Name Census estimates that about 147 living Americans carry the first name Hajer. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Hajer today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Hajer births was 2014 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Hajer. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
147
~ 1 in 2,331,662 Americans
Peak year
2014
11 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2022 SSA rank
#16,174
Tracked since 1997
Popularity
Hajer: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Hajer from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 68 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hajer by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Hajer during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Hajer
The name Hajer originates from the Arabic language and is believed to have its roots in the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic word "hajara," which means "to migrate" or "to leave one's homeland." This suggests that the name may have been given to those who migrated from one place to another or were displaced from their homeland.
In some regions, the name Hajer is also associated with the Arabic word "hajar," which means "stone" or "rock." This connection could imply a sense of strength, resilience, or endurance associated with the name. Alternatively, it may have been inspired by the natural landscapes or geological features of the areas where the name first originated.
Historical records indicate that the name Hajer has been in use for centuries within the Arabic-speaking world. While its exact origins are difficult to pinpoint, it is believed to have been a common name among nomadic tribes and communities in the Arabian Peninsula and the Middle Eastern region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hajer can be found in the Quran, the sacred text of Islam. In Surah Al-Hijr, there is a mention of a woman named Hajar, who was the wife of the prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and the mother of Ismail (Ishmael). This biblical reference has contributed to the name's significance and popularity within the Islamic faith.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Hajer. One example is Hajer Ahmed (1909-1942), a Sudanese writer, poet, and feminist activist who played a crucial role in advocating for women's rights and education in her country. Another prominent individual was Hajer Al-Naimi (1856-1939), an Iraqi politician and intellectual who served as a minister in the Ottoman Empire.
In the field of literature, Hajer Elmahdi (1933-2002) was a renowned Sudanese novelist and short story writer, known for her works that explored themes of identity, tradition, and social change. The Arab world also saw the rise of Hajer Abdessamie (1945-present), a Tunisian sculptor and artist who gained recognition for her unique and thought-provoking sculptures.
Lastly, Hajer Saleh (1965-present) is a contemporary Yemeni artist and calligrapher who has made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Arabic calligraphy as an art form. Her intricate works have been exhibited internationally, showcasing the beauty and richness of this ancient tradition.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Hajer throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the cultural and intellectual heritage of their respective regions and communities.
People
Hajer + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Hajer: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Hajer?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 147 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Hajer going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,331,662 US residents.
Is Hajer a common name?
We classify Hajer as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 149 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Hajer most popular?
The single biggest year for Hajer was 2014, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Hajer is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Hajer a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Hajer in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.