Keeping the name "Amelia"

Q: Is Amelia a suitable name for Muslim girls. It is a Latin word meaning beautiful and trustworthy. It has been mentioned in many Islamic names sites. It is also a German name that's why I am concerned otherwise we really like the name. Kindly guide us in this matter.

A: We have not come across such a name.

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

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)