Hajra
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Hajra is an Arabic name associated with the Bible figure Hagar. It is a uncommon name, overwhelmingly used for girls, with 100% female usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Hajra
Hajra is a beautiful and historically significant name of Arabic origin, widely used in Muslim cultures, particularly in South Asia. It is the Urdu (Indian) and Persian form of Hagar, a prominent figure in Abrahamic (Biblical) religions. Hagar was the Egyptian handmaiden of Sarah and the mother of Ishmael, as recounted in the Old Testament and the Quran.
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Gender Usage of the Name Hajra
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Hajra is overwhelmingly used as a name for girls. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are female. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Hajra
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Hajra is listed under Uncommon Girl Names worldwide. Its popularity varies considerably across the available regional markets, with the strongest usage in United Kingdom.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Rare | 1 in every 1.85M births |
| United Kingdom | Common | 1 in every 41K births |
| Canada | Common | 1 in every 120K births |
| Australia | Uncommon | 1 in every 709K births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Hajra ranked #1,665 on the Popular Girls’ Names Worldwide List (2025). It rose from #2,218 in 2024 — an improvement of 553 places. Hajra shows meaningful recent movement in rank, though it remains uncommon overall.
Historically, its best recorded position was #1,665 in 2025. Its lowest recorded position was #7,220 in 2022. Over the last 5 years (2020–2025) the name rose 468 places (from #2,133 to #1,665).
Characteristics of the Name Hajra
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Girl Names
- Length
- 5 letters — Medium-Length Girl Names
- Starts with
- H — Girl Names Starting with H
- Ends with
- a — Girl Names Ending in “a”
Name AestheticMethodology
Hajra consists of two syllables with an initial stress pattern, carrying a steady and resonant vocal quality. As a name linked to Hagar from the Quran and Old Testament, it possesses a Mystical & Ancient aesthetic rooted in enduring religious history.
Middle Names For Hajra
Middle names used with HajraMethodology
Hajra is most frequently used with: Hajra Zehra
Middle name suggestions for HajraMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Hajra is most frequently associated with girl middle names that have Strong stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “m”.
Examples: Hajra Moore · Hajra Mills · Hajra Marsh · Hajra Marks · Hajra Moose. View all 101 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Hajra
Sound Like Hajra Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Hajar · Hajrah · Hajira · View all 22 names
Spelled Like Hajra Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Hajrah · Hajira · Hajara · View all 9 names
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Helen · Heather · Hannah · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Hajra Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Patricia · Linda · Barbara · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Mary · Linda · Sarah · View all Top 100 names
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How to Spell Hajra in ASL
- H
- a
- j
- r
- a
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