About Najafi
The surname Najafi is of Arabic origin and is primarily associated with the Shia Muslim community. It is derived from the Arabic word "Najaf," which refers to a city in Iraq that holds great religious significance for Shia Muslims as it is the burial place of Imam Ali, the first Shia Imam. Those who bear the surname Najafi are often descendants of individuals who migrated from Najaf or have ancestral ties to the city. The surname is commonly found among Shia Muslims, particularly in Iran and Iraq, and signifies their religious and cultural heritage.
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The surname Najafi is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Najafi based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Najafi in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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