If Allah blesses me with a child, I want to name him Karim. Is this name forbidden?
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The questioner : The questioner says: If Allah (Mighty and Majestic) blesses me with a child, I want to name him Karim. Is this name forbidden or not?
The Shaykh : I say to her and advise her that if Allah grants her a son, she should name him Abdullah or Abd al-Rahman, after reaching an agreement with his father, based on the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him):Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2834Sahih (Darussalam) Every believer loves what Allah (Mighty and Majestic) loves. If this is the most beloved of names to Allah, then let it be the name of her newborn, if Allah wills. However, it is necessary to consult the husband, because the husband is the primary authority in naming the child. Nevertheless, she should consult her mother so that they agree on the desired name, if Allah wills.
The questioner : May Allah reward you with good.
The Shaykh : I say to her and advise her that if Allah grants her a son, she should name him Abdullah or Abd al-Rahman, after reaching an agreement with his father, based on the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him):
The most loved names to Allah are 'Abdullah and 'Abdur-Rahman.
أحب الأسماء إلى الله عبد الله وعبد الرحمنThe questioner : May Allah reward you with good.