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Is it necessary to change name if it’s not an Islamic name?

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My name chandsab. Some People From My place are telling that this is not a name in islam you should chnge your name is necessary for me to change my name. Is islam Name have any thing to do with islam Please explain me if it is necessary please suggest me a Good name. My Fathers Name is Rajasab.

Answer

(Fatwa: 1022=755/H)

Your name Chand is right; there is no problem whatsoever as per Shariah.

Allah (Subhana Wa Ta’ala) knows Best

Darul Ifta,
Darul Uloom Deoband

This answer was collected from the official ifta website of Darul Uloom Deoband in India.

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