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Sajida

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Sajida: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1977.

Of Arabic origin, Sajida means “one who prostrates” or “devout,” derived from *sajada* (to bow in worship) – a name rich in spiritual humility. Notable bearers include Sajida Sultan, a celebrated Bollywood actress of the 1950s, and Sajida Mirza, a Pakistani senator and women’s rights advocate. While no major place directly shares the name, the root appears in the Arabic name for the prostration verses of the Qur’an. Sajida is a classic name across the Muslim world, and its presence in Scotland reflects the country’s growing cultural diversity, where it has been given to baby girls in modest numbers since the late 20th century.