Keeping a girls name Malik

Q: Is it appropriate for a girl to have the name Malik? I am aware that Malik is commonly used for boys. I have a relative who's name is Malik. She told me that her family named her Malik for Queen.

A: This is not appropriate.

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

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)

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