About Najm
The surname Najm is of Arabic origin and is derived from the word "najm," which means "star" in Arabic. It is a common surname among people of Arab descent. The name Najm likely originated as a nickname or an occupational name for someone who was associated with stars, such as an astronomer or someone who had a notable connection to the celestial bodies. It may also have been given to someone who was considered to be shining or outstanding in some way, reflecting the positive connotations associated with stars.
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The surname Najm is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Najm 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 Najm in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Najm using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.