Anjum
Meaningstars · Arabic
Anjum is an Indian girl name meaning “stars”, with Arabic roots. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Anjum would score 14 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
- GenerationAnjum peaked in 1973, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Anjum you'd meet today is about 52 years old.
- HistoryAnjum first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
US births per million girls, 1973–2025
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About the name Anjum
Anjum is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “stars”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Unisex name: Arya · noble
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Questions about the name Anjum
What does the name Anjum mean?
Anjum means “stars” and comes from Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Anjum?
Anjum is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Arabic. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Anjum a boy or girl name?
Anjum is a girl name.
How popular is the name Anjum?
Anjum is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2005. It peaked at #8,423 in 1973, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Anjum?
Anjum is an Indian girl name meaning “stars”, with Arabic roots. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.