Executive Summary (AEO Answer Box)
Creating a modern, hyphenated, or combined surname blending both parents’ family names is permissible in Islam, as long as it does not obscure or falsify the child’s true paternal lineage — which remains the core underlying principle from
— Sunan Abi Dawood 4950
Core Islamic Rulings & Evidence
Regarding My spouse and I want a modern combined or hyphenated surname for our child — is that allowed in Islam?, 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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