Najm is an Arabic given name that translates to "star" in English. It's a unisex name, popular among Muslims worldwide due to its Islamic significance. The Prophet Muhammad praised Najm as one of the most beautiful names for males and females alike. In Islam, Najm is associated with light, guidance, and divine revelation, as it's believed that stars provide light and direction in the darkness of night. This name could also be a nod to the famous Arabic poet Imru' al-Qais, whose collection of poems is titled "Mu'allaqāt," or "Suspended Poems," which includes a ode about Najm.
The name Najm has experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks occurring in 1993, 2002, and 2018, each with 7 births recorded in those respective years. However, it appears that the most recent years have seen a slight increase in usage, with 8 births recorded in 2022. Overall, Najm has been a relatively uncommon name, with only 59 babies receiving this name between 1993 and 2022.