Noble, distinguished, or of high birth
Derived from the Arabic root n-j-b, the name signifies someone who is excellent, intelligent, or of noble lineage. It is a traditional name across the Muslim world, often associated with refined character and high social standing.
Less common today
Najib isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,769 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian writer
Former Prime Minister of Malaysia
Prime Minister of Lebanon