Naajiya
Naajiya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Saved, safe, delivered”.
| Meaning | Saved, safe, delivered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ناجية |
| Pronunciation | NAH-jee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Sudan, Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Naajiya
Naajiya is a spelling of the Arabic Nājiya, the feminine of Nājī, describing someone who is saved or escapes harm. It shares the root n-j-w with najāt, salvation. The same root appears in the phrase al-firqa al-nājiya, used for the group that is saved. Families in Egypt, Sudan and the Levant have long given it, and it is traditional in the Maghreb as well.
Is Naajiya a Muslim name?
Naajiya is tied to the Islamic idea of salvation, najāt. Parents give it with the hope that their daughter will be kept safe.
How popular is Naajiya?
Traditional in Egypt, Sudan and the Maghreb.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naajiya mean?
Naajiya means 'Saved, safe, delivered'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Naajiya a Muslim name?
Naajiya is tied to the Islamic idea of salvation, najāt. Parents give it with the hope that their daughter will be kept safe.
How do you pronounce Naajiya?
Naajiya is pronounced NAH-jee-yah.
Is Naajiya a boy or girl name?
Naajiya is usually a girl name.