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.
About 7 boys were named Najib in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian writer
Former Prime Minister of Malaysia
Prime Minister of Lebanon
