Fajr Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAH-jr / fædʒərArabic
Meaning
dawn; morning light
Historical & Cultural Background
Fajr is an Arabic name that refers to the time of dawn, which holds significant spiritual meaning in Islamic culture. It is associated with the Fajr prayer, one of the five daily prayers in Islam, performed at dawn. The name symbolizes new beginnings and enlightenment, reflecting the beauty of the early morning light. It is commonly used in various Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fajr was first seen in the United States in 1972. Fajr has ranked as high as #1396 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Fajr has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fajr (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 8 |