Definitions

1. noun

A chief or governor of a province or territory in some Middle Eastern and South Asian countries

“In ancient Persia, the naib was the governor of a province under the rule of the shah.”

2. noun

A leader or chief in some African and Middle Eastern societies

“The naib of the tribe was respected for his wisdom and bravery.”

3. proper noun

A surname of Arabic origin, often found in South Asian and Middle Eastern cultures

“Naib is a common surname in Pakistan and India.”