ناجي

Naji

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Naji is a Muslim boy name meaning “Saved, rescued; safe”.

MeaningSaved, rescued; safe
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingناجي
PronunciationNAA-jee
Arabic rootن ج و (n-j-w) — to be saved, escape
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Naji

Naji (Nājī) means 'one who is saved' or 'one who escapes danger', from the root n-j-w that also gives najāt, salvation. The name expresses hope for safety in this life and the next. It is used across the Arab world; the Palestinian cartoonist Naji al-Ali is a famous bearer.

Is Naji a Muslim name?

Yes. Naji is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'saved' or 'safe'.

Where is the name Naji used?

Used throughout the Arab world; Nagi is the Egyptian form.

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Spellings and variants of Naji

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Naji mean?

Naji means 'Saved, rescued; safe'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Naji a Muslim name?

Yes. Naji is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'saved' or 'safe'.

How do you write Naji in Arabic?

Naji is written ناجي in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Naji?

Naji is pronounced NAA-jee.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.