Najma
Najma is a Muslim girl name meaning “Star”.
| Meaning | Star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نجمة |
| Pronunciation | NAJ-mah |
| Arabic root | ن ج م (n-j-m) — star, to appear |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Najma
Najma (Najma) is the feminine form of Najm and simply means a star. It is popular across a wide area, from North Africa to South Asia, and in East Africa. Najma Heptulla, the Indian politician and former governor of Manipur, is a well-known bearer, and the name is also a familiar choice in Somalia and East Africa.
Is Najma a Muslim name?
Yes. Najma is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning star; the related word najm gives its name to Surah 53 of the Quran.
Is Najma in the Quran?
The related word najm is the title of Surah 53: 'By the star when it descends' (Quran 53:1).
Where is the name Najma used?
Widely used in South Asia, Somalia and North Africa; Najmeh is the Iranian form.
Gifts with the name Najma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Najma mean?
Najma means 'Star'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Najma a Muslim name?
Yes. Najma is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning star; the related word najm gives its name to Surah 53 of the Quran.
How do you write Najma in Arabic?
Najma is written نجمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Najma?
Najma is pronounced NAJ-mah.
Is Najma mentioned in the Quran?
The related word najm is the title of Surah 53: 'By the star when it descends' (Quran 53:1).