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Names & Titles
217 fatawa from 3 South African Darul Iftas on Names & Titles, part of Social, Media & Ethics. Newest first; every fatwa links to the page where its Darul Ifta published it.
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Names & Titles fatawa — page 3 of 6
- Ask Imaam16 Jan 2004
provide us with the meanings of the following names : Nusaibah, Ayesha, Fatima, Zahrah, Safiyya, Muhammed, Umar, Ismail, Abdullah
Through the grace of the Almighty we are expecting our first child. Insha-Allah. As soon to be parents we hope with the grace of Allah to provide…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Dec 2003
Meaning of these names: Fabbiha, Shanaz, Ruzina, Farhana, Raj, Raza & Ibrahim
Fabbiha- Could not find Shanaz- Name of a flower Ruzina - One who is self-possesses and composed Farhana- Happy Raj- while raj means a bricklayer,…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Dec 2003
Can you tell me the meaning and also if its OK to keep the name Laila for my daughter?
I've been told that it means 'dark' and also that it was the name of a drunken sahabiya, can you confirm if this is true please? Can you also tell…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Dec 2003
I would like to know the meaning of my name. It is Mariyam Akhsheela, but everyone use to call me Afsheela. I have come to know from a site that because of this name:
?Although your first name of Afsheela has created an expressive, fun-loving nature, it has not produced the qualities necessary for a full and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Dec 2003
wanted to know is one allowed to change a childs name in islam.the child is ten years old but his name really bothers him as he is teased . .The name is Turki.
The name Turki is not a name. The child should be given an appropriate and suitable Muslim name. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Dec 2003
I plan to name my daughter, Ummu Maisarah, Maisarah or Siti Maisarah. Among those three names which one is better and what is the meaning?
Maisarah means "ease, comfort, prosperity, abundance etc. Ummu Maisarah means the Mother of Maisarah. We are unaware of the meaning of siti. We…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Dec 2003
1- Is it considered "gheebat" if we talk about something with someone but not mention any names?
It is Haraam to discuss a shortcoming of a person whose identity is well known in the discussion even without mentioning his name. and Allah Ta'ala…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam11 Dec 2003
What is the meaning of the name Shereen ?
Shereen means sweet. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2003
Is it appropriate to name a female Zahraa Tabassum Ali and male to Muhammad Zubair Ali? If yes, can you please tell me the exact Arabic spelling of these two names..
Yes these are appropiate names. Zahraa is with a Zaa (the letter after raa) with an alif followed by a hamza at the end. Tabassum is with a taa,…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2003
meanings of the names Zamaan (either pronounced as Za-Maan or Tha-Maan) for a Male and Zameenah (either pronounced as Za-Meen-Ah or Tha-Meen-Ah) for a Female.
Please assist me with meanings of the names Zamaan (either pronounced as Za-Maan or Tha-Maan) for a Male and Zameenah (either pronounced as…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Nov 2003
Could you please tell me the meaning of the names Aria and Arman. Are these proper muslim names?
We could not find a meaning for aria while arman means "Armenians". Both these do not seem to be suitable names. One should keep names that are…
Ml. Hussein Kadodia - Ask Imaam6 Nov 2003
Kindly let me know the meaning of the name "BURZANA". My mother has suggested this name for my daughter.
We couldn't find the meaning of such a name. It would be better to keep another, more suitable name. One should keep names that are mentioned by…
Ml. Hussein Kadodia - Ask Imaam4 Nov 2003
Asslamuallikum I am in search of an Islamic name for my son (Gender Male), my sister advised me the name “HUMAYL”. I’ve searched out on net & found the meaning (A Companion of the Prophet S.A.W).
I am in search of an Islamic name for my son (Gender Male), my sister advised me the name ?HUMAYL?. I?ve searched out on net & found the meaning (A…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Oct 2003
Please give the meaning of Amreen,Madiha&Maliha.Can i keep my daughter's names like MadihaAmreen &Maliha, Afreen?
1. Amreen ? unable to locate. 2. Madiha - praise 3. Maleeha ? pretty, handsome, beautiful, nice, pleasant. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Oct 2003
Rimsha, Ramsha, Rakia, Rumaisa, Kasiba - also Please let me know is Rakia name of prophet mohammed daughter because as far as i know (Fatima,Ruquiya) are prophet mohammed daughters
I became father of a baby girl.I want to name her. Please let me know the meaning and significance of the following names.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Oct 2003
what is the meaning of the names sadia,sadaf,sajid,and zafran?
thanks.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam9 Oct 2003
1. What is the meaning of the name Nurfan (and its correct spelling)2. Is it permissible for a woman to remove her hijab if there is a possibility of her being attacked or even killed.
1. What is the meaning of the name Nurfan (and its correct spelling)2. Is it permissible for a woman to remove her hijab if there is a possibility…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Oct 2003
What is the meaning of the female name 'Umaima?' Is it allowed for men to wear buttons made of 'gold'?
Umaima ? originate from root word ?Umm? meaning mother. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Oct 2003
What is the meaning of the name Wael? What about Israa?
1. Wael ? affliction or distress. 2. Israa ? nocturnal journey. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 Oct 2003
Wet cloth over painting with Allah's Name...Must we have any particular care towards the objects cleaned with that cloth stained with that colour?
my wife has passed a wet cloth to clean a painting carrying the name of God and then used the same cloth to clean lots of other objects in our…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Oct 2003
my name is Azeem actually muhammad azeem people call me azeem someone told me that i must not allow people to call me azeem as its wrong im making shirk ...true?
my name is Azeem actually muhammad azeem people call me azeem someone told me that i must not allow people to call me azeem as its wrong im making…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Oct 2003
Is the name Hanzala a suitable muslim name for a boy? What does it mean?
Hanzalah ? a colocynth. It is a suitable name and a name of a Sahaabi. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 Oct 2003
We named our son Inshaal.What is the exact meaning of this name? In case we need to change the name, can we name him “Shaheer” What is the meaning of Shaheer?
Is this name ?Inshaal? correct? If not, do we need to change it? Is this an Arabic We named our child ?Inshaal? (pronunciation similar to…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 Oct 2003
Could you please provide the meaning and correct spelling of the name Aseel. Also could it be prefixed by Muhammed.
Aseel is derived from the Arabic root word Asl which means original. It may be prefixed by Muhammad. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Sep 2003
I would like to know the exact meaning of the Arabic word Zayan, and also if it is acceptable in Islam to keep this name for a baby boy?
I have a baby boy and would like to name him Zayan, however I am not entirely sure of the meaning of the name and whether it is an acceptable name…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Sep 2003
Is Amara a suitable muslim name for a girl? What is the meaning? Any other suggestions with similar sound?
Ammaarah is a suitable name. It means long-lived. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Sep 2003
I would like to know whether the name "Tanya" is an acceptable muslim name. Can you please give the meaning of "Tanya" as well
Tanya ? unable to locate. We suggest you keep names of the Sahaabiyyaats Zaynab, Aaisha, Fatima. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Sep 2003
Is Maheen a suitable name for muslims? What is the meaning? What about Alissa (Aleesa), and Samia (how would you pronounce this?)
Also for boys is Shan/Shawn a good name? Whats the meaning?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Sep 2003
Can My Son Name be "Mohammed Aashiq Khan" and what is the meaning of "Aashiq"?
Can My Son Name be "Mohammed Aashiq Khan" and what is the meaning of "Aashiq"?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam4 Sep 2003
Once a girl reaches pubity, can she stil hug her dad and Brother?, Also what is the meaning of the name Shahzad, Shahbaz, Shazia, Nazia, Nazish, Riasat thank you
1. In principle, it will be permissible to hug any ?Mahram?, i.e. that person whom it is Haraam to marry forever, father, brother, etc. However, if…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Sep 2003
meanings of these muslim names which are "Summra,Saima and Idnan
I want you to tell me the meanings of these muslim names which are "Summra,Saima and Idnan".I'll be highly thankful for this.Also tell me one thing…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 Sep 2003
the meaning of the ffg. names:Tousheeq (male) and Naasiya(h) (female).
1. Tousheeq ? one who makes bits and pieces or creates disputes. 2. Tauseeq ? to strengthen. 3. Naasiyah ? forelock, forepart of the head. Naasiha…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Aug 2003
What is the meaning of Sameer, Sameera, Safwaan, S'ad and Sa'aad. Are they good names
What is the meaning of Sameer, Sameera, Safwaan, S'ad and Sa'aad. Are they good names. May Allah Bless You.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Aug 2003
What is the meaning of the name "Tania"?
Tania is an Arabic word derived from the rootword Tana which means to reside, put up, etc. Tania is a suitable name for a female. and Allah Ta'ala…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Aug 2003
Is the name of my daughter "Tahrim" allowed in Islam
I named my daughter "Tahrim", which was my choice and then I found out from one of my alim friend while visiting india that it's better to change…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 Aug 2003
1) Is it allowed for a Muslim male to write the name of my wife on my Hand which will be permanent on my skin.
1) Is it allowed for a Muslim male to write the name of my wife on my Hand which will be permanent on my skin. 2) I can read and write arabic…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Jul 2003
What is the meaning of the name Zeeshan? Is this an acceptable Islamic name for a boy?
Zeeshan means a lofty one ? a person with a great position, etc. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam19 Jun 2003
We named our new born "Hadi" which i was told is a title of our Prophet (SAW).But i recently learnt that this is also one of the 99 names of Allah .Is permissible to have a name "Hadi" ?
Yes, it is permissible. (Aalamgiri vol.5 pg.364) and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam4 Jun 2003
i want to know if the name saleena is an islamic name the name can also b spelt in ways like selina and salina. if this name is not an islamic name do u htink it should b changed
We were unsuccessful in locating the name Saleena. The closest to Saleena is Saleema which means the protected one. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 May 2003
Could you kindly advise the meaning of the name Achmat Thanwi or Thanwir Achmat - which is the correct one and is it a suitable name
1. Achmat ? proper is Ahmad - meaning the praised one. 2. Thanwi refers to a place in India Thana Bowan. 3. Thanwir ? to give light. and Allah…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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