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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 4 of 6
- Ask Imaam8 May 2003
Please give me the meaning of the following names Hassina Farouk Sarah Junaid Zain Zaccharaya Nadia
1. Haseena means beautiful 2. Farooq means one who separate truth from falsehood 3. Saarah refers to something pure, good and sweet smelling 4.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 May 2003
Name Change to avoid using a name of Allah...Is there a hadith that mentions anything about using one of the names of Allah for an individual without preceding it with "Abdul" ?
Assalamu alaykum, My last name in Arabic is AbdulMajeed. Majeed is one of the 99 names of Allah. However, before I was born my dad came to the USA…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Apr 2003
is it sunnah to do musaafaha with two hands? give reference [hadith and name of book]
Rasulullah is reported to have said, ?The perfect way for one to greet is to shake hands.? (Mirqaat vol.8 pg.498) This was the way of the Sahaaba…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Apr 2003
I need another name that means the same or close to Ammar(the builder, constructor, one who prays and fasts. Inshallah please reply
Aamir, Mustaqeem, Aabid. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Apr 2003
1.Musical in Islam? 2.Photographers in Mekka / Medina? 3. Are prawns haraam? 4. Method of handling and disposal of papers containing Muslim names 5. Interest
Assalamualaikum 1. Please advise which musical instruments are permissible in Islam? Is it permissible to listen to Yusuf Islam , Zain Bhika etc. 2.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Apr 2003
I am a 56 year old women and have recently found out that my name "Ruksana" has no meaning according to various Islamic name books.
I know that it is not good to keep a name with a bad meaning or with no meaning... Please advise me as to whether I can change my name now... and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Apr 2003
Can you please tell me the meaning of the name Asma?
Asmaa means exalted or lofty. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 Apr 2003
Is it necessary that a widow has to forfeit the guardianship of her minor kids upon remarriage ? If yes , who next is entitled ? What about the guardianship to their property ?
Q: Muhtaram Mufti Saheb; Assalaamu Alaykum What are the laws of Shari?ah pertaining to Custody and maintenance of children in the case of divorce or…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Mar 2003
can you please tell me if the name "Haad" is found in the Quran and if so what does it mean?
Haad or al-Haadi means to guide. Haadi is a guide. The word Haad is in the Qur?aan. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 Mar 2003
Is Shirzaan a valid Muslim name for a girl? If yes, what does it mean?
We are unable to locate such a name. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Mar 2003
Is "Nihal"or "Nehal" is a muslim name ?
Nihal means a gift or present. It is permissible to keep this name. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Mar 2003
What Islams says about Abortion in this situation? 5 months pregnant, husband said, neither he will gave his name to that kid nor take any responsibility
My friend is 5 months pregnant and they have filed a case for the divorce, but her husband said, neither he will gave his name to that kid nor take…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Mar 2003
Is the name 'Ziyna' a muslim name?If so,What is the meaning of the name 'Ziyna'?
Ziyna without a ?t? means adultery. Ziynat with a ?t? means beautiful. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Mar 2003
I want to know the meanings of 2 names "LAIBA" and "ANILA"
1. Laiba originates from the Arabic root word ?Laba? which means to play. Laiba is also the name of some of the maidens in Jannah. 2. We are unable…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 Feb 2003
Is 'Alisha' a bad name?
I have a quetion about mya daoughter's name. We have named our daughter, Alisha. We found that name on some muslim names site,and they said Alisha…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 Feb 2003
Can you please tell me the meaning of the name Fariha?? i am 25 years old but i still dont know the meaning of my name.
Fariha means cheerful and delighted. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Feb 2003
give me the meaning of these Names:Shabana; Rehana; Afreen ;Syed Khamar Ali; and Fahima
give me the meaning of these Names:Shabana; Rehana; Afreen ;Syed Khamar Ali; and Fahima Allah hafiz.
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 Feb 2003
Mufti Jameel Ahmed Thanwi Sahib Marhoom of Madrassa-Ashrafia, Lahore Pakistan gave a written fatwa to me that NADEEM means to regret Should I change my name?
There is no need to change the name as a believer should always regret his sins and shortcomings. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 Feb 2003
Could you please give me the meaning and correct spelling of the names and is it appropriate and advisible to name a child this. Also the origin of the names would be appreciated.Niyaaz, Zaafir.
1. Niyaaz ? means hope, desire, humility, noble gift. 2. Zaafir means one who groans a lot. We suggest Zafar which means success. and Allah Ta'ala…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Jan 2003
1. Can a wife call her husband by his name if he does not mind? What does Islam say about this?2. my question is if I can cut my hair from the front.
1. Can a wife call her husband by his name if he does not mind? What does Islam say about this? 2. I know that women can only trim her hair from the…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abbassommar - Ask Imaam21 Jan 2003
Please give me the meanings of the following names: Farida, Raeesa, Mohamed Iqraam & Tamima
1. Farida ? a precious pearl or gem. 2. Raeesa ? a woman who possess leadership qualities. 3. Muhammad ? praised one 4. Iqraam ? derived from the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Jan 2003
wife gave birth to a little girl. Could Mufti Saheb please give us the meaning of the name Masiehah.Is it permissible to give that name.
The name, Maseeha, is derived from the root word ?Masaha? which means to pass one?s hand lightly. There is an expression of compassion in the name,…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam18 Jan 2003
Someone told me not to visit aborad ever , should I follow that? He said that I will face very very hard time? I am very much upset he said all these things, He also said it is effect of my name
I talked with an Aalim, He asked my name and after listening that he told me not to visit ever anywhere out from the home country, even I am engaged…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
PLease give me the meaning of the name Ammar.Can we keep it for female and male both.Jazakallah.
PLease give me the meaning of the name Ammar.Can we keep it for female and male both. Jazakallah.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
My daughters name is Ala'a Razee Rahman, some one told me in pakistan that this is wrong name coz is looks like Allah when u say's, pls advise me.
It is correct to keep the name ?Alaa Razee? which means ?May Allah be happy with you.? and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
1) I need to know whether a person can read an english magazine while passing stools in the bathroom 2) can throw these magazines or letters with names like muhammed or sahaba names in the garbage?
I need to know whether a person can read an english magazine while passing stools in the bathroom 2.Also if the magazine has a subscribtion label…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam12 Jan 2003
Is my name ok? Nazlee?
The closest to Nazlee is Nazal which means to descend, to go down, etc. Both words, Nazl as well as Nazlee are not suitable names for Muslims. and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Jan 2003
There is a name I would like to one day use for a boy. The name is “Deen” as in “religion”. Is this ok to use?
There is a name I would like to one day use Insha?Allah for a boy. I just need to know if it is allowed in Islam to use this as a name. Some have…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Dec 2002
We intend to name our baby boy 'Zaidaan', could u pls tell us the meaning and if a suitable name
Zaidaan is derived from the root word ?Zeeda? which means to increase ? in respect, honour, wealth, health, etc. It is a suitable name. and Allah…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 Dec 2002
What is the meaning of the name Rookyia Is it a good name to have. One of your e mails had Ruqyah meaning Taweez
Please advise correct spelling and meaning. Assalaamu Alaikum
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam18 Dec 2002
I need to know the meaning of the name HAFEEFA
Hafeefa originates from Haffa which means to encircle or encompass. Thus, the meaning of the name could be one who encompassed many good qualities.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
According to my understanding Yazid was the man who killed the grandson of the Prophet (s.a.w).Is this name therefore allowed?
I know of some muslims who are named Yazid. Considering the person who it is attributed to in Islamic history are we allowed to use this name as…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
Please advise us of the meaning of the name "Raumaan" and if possible details of the sahabi (R.A
Assalumu alaikum Mufti. My wife and I wish to name our son "Raumaan", a name we found in a book of muslim names written by Mufti Taqi Usmaani's son.…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam30 Nov 2002
I would like to know the meaning of my name Asif Iqbal, and is it an Islamic name.
Iqbaal Prosperity; good fortune; luck; success; felicity; blessings. Aasif Name of a courtier in the kingdom of Sulaimaan alayhissalaam who was…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam30 Nov 2002
what is the meaning of my name `MANAF AHMED', I have been told to change Manaf, please advise?
Manaaf is the name of an idol to which the pre-Islamic used to pray. (Taajul Uroos vol.12 pg.515) It is, therefore, necessary to change this name.…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam28 Nov 2002
What is the meaning of name Humairah?
Assalamu Alaikkum Mufti Sahib, please tell me the meaning of "Humairah", is it ok to give this name to a girl child. Jazaakallahu Khair.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Nov 2002
my last name is Kareem. Is it okay or should I change it to Abdul Kareem?
my last name is Kareem. Is it okay or should I change it to Abdul Kareem? If yes, is it obligatory upon me to change it in all official and…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam14 Nov 2002
What is the meaning of the name Hairun?
What is the meaning of the name Hairun?
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam14 Nov 2002
Why is the name 'Rubina' not appropriate for muslims?
I know a few muslim females with the name Rubina. I was just wondering whether it makes them 'non-muslim'.
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam9 Nov 2002
what is the meaning of the name Imran
It means longelivety (a long life) and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Moulana Imran Vawda FATWA DEPT.
Moulana Imran Vawda
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