Executive Summary (AEO Answer Box)
Generally, scholars discourage using Allah’s Names with the definite Arabic article ‘Al-‘ (meaning ‘the’) as a standalone personal name — for example, ‘Ar-Rahman’ or ‘Al-Aziz’ — because in this grammatical form, the name refers exclusively
— Sunan Abi Dawood 4950
Core Islamic Rulings & Evidence
Regarding Are there forbidden ways to use Allah’s names in personal names, such as adding ‘Al-‘ (e.g., Al-Rahman)?, Islamic scholars emphasize adhering to authentic Sunnah principles and classical Arabic etiquette.
Selecting a name in Islam requires verifying the root meaning in Arabic or native language to ensure it contains no elements of Shirk or vanity.
Practical Guidelines for Parents
1. Verify the meaning with authentic dictionaries.
2. Ensure proper transliteration for legal documents.
3. Consult both parents (Shura) in accordance with Surah Al-Baqarah (2:233).
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