Naguib
Naguib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Noble, distinguished, excellent”.
| Meaning | Noble, distinguished, excellent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Egyptian form |
| Arabic spelling | نجيب |
| Pronunciation | na-GEEB |
| Arabic root | ن ج ب (n-j-b) — to be noble, of fine descent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Naguib
Naguib is the Egyptian pronunciation of Najib (Najīb), meaning noble or of excellent character. Famous Egyptian bearers include the novelist Naguib Mahfouz, winner of the 1988 Nobel Prize in Literature, and Muhammad Naguib, Egypt's first president. Najib is the usual spelling in the Levant and South Asia.
Is Naguib a Muslim name?
Yes. Naguib (Najib) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble.
Where is the name Naguib used?
Mainly Egyptian; Najib and Najeeb are used across the Arab world, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Naguib
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naguib mean?
Naguib means 'Noble, distinguished, excellent'. It comes from Arabic, Egyptian form.
Is Naguib a Muslim name?
Yes. Naguib (Najib) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble.
How do you write Naguib in Arabic?
Naguib is written نجيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Naguib?
Naguib is pronounced na-GEEB.