Najma

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Najma Pronunciation

Najma is pronounced NAJ-mah /ˈnɑdʒ.mɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic najma, 'a star'Medium

In 30 seconds: A star: Najma is Arabic for 'a star'. Lyrical, celestial, and warm (said 'NAJ-mah').

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic najma, 'a star'

U.S. rank (2024)#6305 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 864

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Najma comes from Arabic najma, 'a star' (from najm, 'a star, a celestial body'). A lyrical, celestial name across the Arab, Somali, and South Asian Muslim worlds (said 'NAJ-mah'; nickname Naj).

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim and Somali families. Rare, a-star at the root, and celestial.

Did you know? Najma means 'a star' in Arabic — a lyrical, celestial name (said 'NAJ-mah').

Overall data confidence 68%

References — Najma — Arabic etymology

Variations

NajmahNajmoNejma

Nicknames

Naj

Themes & Styles

Arabic Muslim

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Najma?

Najma is pronounced NAJ-mah (/ˈnɑdʒ.mɑ/). Press play above to hear Najma said aloud.

How do you say Najma?

Najma is said NAJ-mah (/ˈnɑdʒ.mɑ/). Press play above to hear Najma said aloud.

What does the name Najma mean?

Najma is Arabic for 'a star'.

Is Najma a boy or girl name?

Najma is a girl's name.

How popular is Najma?

Najma is a rare name in the U.S.