Keeping the name Pehlaaj

· 18 Rabiʻ I 1440 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

My son's name is Pehlaaj Adnan. I want to know the meaning of Pehlaaj. Can this name be used for a Muslim baby boy?

Answer

We are not aware of this name. Use good names, like Salmaan, Ridwaan and Luqmaan.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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