Najwa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAH-jwah / nædʒˈwɑːArabic
Meaning
gift; present
Historical & Cultural Background
Najwa is a feminine name of Arabic origin. It is often associated with themes of intimacy and secrecy, as the word 'najwa' in Arabic refers to a private conversation or whisper. The name is popular in various Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide. It reflects cultural values of communication and connection.
Trend Summary
Najwa has seen a steady presence in baby name registries, particularly within Arabic-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Naja
- Najoua
International Variants
- Najwa (Arabic)
- Najoua (French)
Famous people named Najwa
Najwa Karam is a Lebanese singer and actress known for her contributions to Arabic music.
Najwa Zebian is a Lebanese-Canadian author and poet recognized for her inspirational writing.
Najwa Shihab is an Indonesian journalist and television presenter known for her work in news media.
Najwa Al-Jabri is a prominent Kuwaiti artist celebrated for her contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Najwa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Najwa was first seen in the United States in 1972. Najwa has ranked as high as #1215 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Najwa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Najwa (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 9 |