Hagar Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAY-gar / /ˈheɪɡɑːr/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'flight' or 'to flee'; Arabic: 'a woman of strength'
Historical & Cultural Background
Hagar is a name of significant biblical origin, appearing in the Book of Genesis as the handmaid of Sarah and the mother of Ishmael. In Jewish tradition, she is often viewed as a symbol of resilience and survival. The name is also used in Arabic-speaking cultures, where it carries connotations of strength and endurance.
Similar Names
Variants
- Haggar
International Variants
- Hagar (Hebrew)
- Hajar (Arabic)
Famous people named Hagar
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hagar was first seen in the United States in 1905. Hagar has ranked as high as #1254 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Hagar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hagar
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |