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Najma

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Meaning

Star

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic نجمة
Urdu نجمہ
Persian نجما
Turkish Necma
Bengali নাজমা
Pashto نجمه

Alternate Spellings

Capturing elegance and depth, Najma stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Star', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Najma, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Najma comes from the same Arabic root n-j-m as Najam, meaning "star."

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic نجمة (najmah), 'star.'

Quranic Connection

An-Najm ('the star') names Surah 53, which opens 'By the star when it descends' (53:1).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.