Najiba
Najiba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Noble, excellent”.
| Meaning | Noble, excellent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نجيبة |
| Pronunciation | nah-JEE-bah |
| Arabic root | ن ج ب (n-j-b) — to be noble, excellent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Najiba
Najiba (Najība) is the feminine of Najīb, meaning a noble, excellent and intelligent woman. It is the standard Arabic transliteration and is the usual spelling in the Arab world, Central Asia and the Balkans. Afghan and Pakistani families often write it Najeeba.
Is Najiba a Muslim name?
Yes. Najiba is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and excellent.
Where is the name Najiba used?
Found throughout the Muslim world, notably in Afghanistan, Central Asia and the Arab countries.
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Spellings and variants of Najiba
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Najiba mean?
Najiba means 'Noble, excellent'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Najiba a Muslim name?
Yes. Najiba is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and excellent.
How do you write Najiba in Arabic?
Najiba is written نجيبة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Najiba?
Najiba is pronounced nah-JEE-bah.