Najib
Najib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Noble, distinguished, gifted”.
| Meaning | Noble, distinguished, gifted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نجيب |
| Pronunciation | nah-JEEB |
| Arabic root | ن ج ب (n-j-b) — to be noble, excellent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Najib
Najib (Najīb) means noble, of fine birth, and also intelligent and gifted. It is one of the classic Arabic boys' names and is used across the Muslim world. Well-known bearers include the Egyptian Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz, whose name is the Egyptian pronunciation, and Najib Razak, former prime minister of Malaysia.
Is Najib a Muslim name?
Yes. Najib is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and distinguished.
Where is the name Najib used?
Used across the Muslim world; Naguib in Egypt, Necip in Turkey, Najeeb in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Najib
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Najib mean?
Najib means 'Noble, distinguished, gifted'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Najib a Muslim name?
Yes. Najib is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and distinguished.
How do you write Najib in Arabic?
Najib is written نجيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Najib?
Najib is pronounced nah-JEEB.