Naming one's son with his grandfather's name

Q:

1. My father's name is Abdul Hakeem. Can I give my baby boy the same name?

2. What is the meaning of Abdul Hakeem.

A:

1. Yes.

2. It means servant of the All Wise.

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

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)