Home » Hanafi Fiqh » Askimam.org » What is the meaning of my name `MANAF AHMED’, I have been told to change Manaf, please advise?
Manaaf is the name of an idol to which the pre-Islamic used to pray. (Taajul Uroos vol.12 pg.515)
It is, therefore, necessary to change this name.
and Allah Ta’ala Knows Best
Moulana Imraan Vawda
FATWA DEPT.
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