Najiya
Najiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Saved, safe, rescued”.
| Meaning | Saved, safe, rescued |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ناجية |
| Pronunciation | NAH-jee-yah |
| Arabic root | ن ج و (n-j-w) — to be saved, to escape |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Najiya
Najiya (Nājiya) means one who is saved or kept safe. It is the active participle of the root n-j-w, which the Quran uses for God's rescue of Noah, Moses and the believers. The name therefore carries a prayerful wish that the child be protected from harm in this life and the next. It is used in Iraq, the Gulf and among Shia communities in South Asia.
Is Najiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Najiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning saved or safe, from a root that appears often in the Quran.
Where is the name Najiya used?
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, rescued'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Najiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Najiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning saved or safe, from a root that appears often in the Quran.
How do you write Najiya in Arabic?
Najiya is written ناجية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Najiya?
Najiya is pronounced NAH-jee-yah.