Najm is a boy's name of Arabic origin meaning “Star; a symbol of guidance and hope..” With 1 syllable, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Naji, Naj. As of 2026, Najm ranks #916 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #774 in 1993.
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NAJ-m
Phonetic spelling
Currently #916 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Najm means “Star; a symbol of guidance and hope..” It is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Najm is pronounced NAJ-m.
Najm is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Najm currently ranks #916 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Najm include Naji, Naj.
Middle names that pair well with Najm include Najm Rafiq, Najm Salim, Najm Ilyas.
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