Najib
Najib is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Noble, distinguished and gifted”.
| Meaning | Noble, distinguished and gifted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نجيب |
| Pronunciation | nah-JEEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Najib
Najib (nah-JEEB) combines two ideas: nobility of birth and quickness of mind. The root n-j-b gives Arabic its vocabulary for excellence and good breeding. A long-standing favourite for boys, it is found across the Muslim world in many local forms: Naguib in Egypt, Necip in Turkey, Najeeb in South Asia. Two famous bearers are the Egyptian novelist and Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz and Najib Razak, formerly prime minister of Malaysia.
Is Najib a Muslim name?
Najib is an Arabic name with deep roots in Muslim tradition, praising nobility, intelligence and distinction.
How popular is Najib?
Najib is used across the Muslim world, as Naguib in Egypt, Necip in Turkey and Najeeb in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Najib mean?
Najib means 'Noble, distinguished and gifted'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Najib a Muslim name?
Najib is an Arabic name with deep roots in Muslim tradition, praising nobility, intelligence and distinction.
How do you pronounce Najib?
Najib is pronounced nah-JEEB.
Is Najib a boy or girl name?
Najib is usually a boy name.