Hagar Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hagar Name at a Glance

Name	Hagar
Meaning	Forsaken. Flight. Famous bearer: the Old Testament maidservant of Sarah, wife of Abraham.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Hagar Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hagar means “Forsaken. Flight. Famous bearer: the Old Testament maidservant of Sarah, wife of Abraham”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hagar Name Origin

Our database records Hagar under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hagar a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hagar is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hagar

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