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Topic: Naming a Child Iqra

(No-66039)

Q Mufti Sahib, is it correct to name a child "Iqra"? Please also explain its meaning.

aThe word "Iqra" (اقرأ) is a verb in the imperative form, meaning "Read" or "Recite". From the perspective of Arabic grammar, it does not carry a suitable standalone meaning for use as a name. Therefore, it is better to choose a name from among the names of the Sahabiyat (may Allah be pleased with them all) instead of this name. Allah the Almighty knows best. Darul Ifta Al-Ikhlas, Karachi.

سنن ابی داؤد: (رقم الحدیث: 4955، ط: دار ابن حزم)
عن أبي الدرداء قال: قال: رسول اللہ صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم: تُدعون یوم القیامة بأسمائکم وأسماء آبائکم فأحسنوا أسمائکم․

القاموس الوحید: (ص: 1290، ط: ادارہ اسلامیات)
قرأ الکتاب : پڑھنا۔

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