Rising since 2020.
Popularity of Najir since 1994
Babies named Najir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 53 |
| 2010s | 26 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Najir is a rare Arabic-derived name given to boys in the United States since 1994. Its peak usage occurred in 2005, though it has never entered the top 1000. The name has been rising in popularity since 2020, indicating a possible resurgence among families seeking distinctive yet meaningful Arabic names. Because it is so uncommon, there are no top states where it is statistically significant, and it remains a unique choice within Muslim communities.
Najir is likely a variant of the Arabic name Nājir, derived from the root n-j-r, which conveys aiding or assisting. It is used primarily in South Asian Muslim communities, though its exact history is not extensively documented. The name has seen modest use in the United States since the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Naji
Variants: Nager, Nadzir
Sibling names for Najir
Names that share Najir's style, for a brother or sister.
