Najiya
Najiya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Saved, safe and rescued”.
| Meaning | Saved, safe and rescued |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ناجية |
| Pronunciation | NAH-jee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Gulf States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Najiya
Najiya (Nājiya) describes a girl who has been saved and kept safe. It is built on n-j-w, a root that appears in the Quranic accounts of God delivering Noah, Moses and the believers from danger. Because of that background, parents give the name almost as a prayer for protection, in this world as well as the hereafter. It is found in Iraq, the Gulf and among Shia families in Pakistan and India.
Is Najiya a Muslim name?
Najiya comes from Arabic and has a clear Islamic character, drawn from a root the Quran uses often for rescue and safety.
How popular is Najiya?
Najiya is used in Iraq, the Gulf and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Najiya mean?
Najiya means 'Saved, safe and rescued'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Najiya a Muslim name?
Najiya comes from Arabic and has a clear Islamic character, drawn from a root the Quran uses often for rescue and safety.
How do you pronounce Najiya?
Najiya is pronounced NAH-jee-yah.
Is Najiya a boy or girl name?
Najiya is usually a girl name.