Noble, distinguished, or of excellent birth
Derived from the Arabic root n-j-b, the name signifies someone who is high-born, intelligent, or praiseworthy. It is a traditional name in many Muslim-majority countries, often chosen to reflect a hope for the child's future character and social standing.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Najeeb in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian writer
Former Prime Minister of Malaysia
Lebanese businessman and politician
