Keeping the name "Arham"
Question
I like the name Arham for my son, however some people have pointed out that this name is associated with Allah Ta'ala and should not be given to a person. Please advise whether we should change his name to something different or is this an acceptable name in Shariah?
Answer
It is permissible.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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