Najib
/nuh-JEEB/ Afghan Male
Meaning & Origin
Najib is a Afghan name meaning "High born". The name Najib is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word 'n-j-b' (نجب) which signifies nobility, excellence, and purity.
Quick Facts
Language Afghan
Gender Male
Phonetic nuh-JEEB
IPA nəˈdʒib
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as nuh-JEEB. Keep the original Afghan phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Najib
- · Najib Razak - Former Prime Minister of Malaysia
- · Najib Mahfouz - Egyptian writer (Nobel laureate)
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