The name Thoban
Q: I would like to know more about the name Thoban, was he a Sahabi and the meaning and any special incidents regarding him?
Names, Surnames & Titles
Adding titles of respect like Sayyiduna in Dua, etc.
Q: regarding the word Sayyiduna. i understand this is a title of respect, but should we not stick to the original wordings of the Ahadith when making duaa etc. for example someone may add Sayyiduna, then Moulana. Someone will add Jalle Jalalahu when reading durood after the name of Allah. So someone else will add and add and the original will be distorted. The addition of such words implies that the original wordings are not respectful enough?
The word Sayyiduna
Q: Regarding the word sayyiduna as a title of respect for the Nabi (Sallahu Alaihi Wasallam), is this title reserved for him only or can it be used for all Sahabah and Ambiya?
Keeping the name Sami Ilyas Tanzeel
Q: We are plaining to name our baby Sami Ilyas Tanzeel. Is this a right name to choose?
Choosing a name for the Newborn
Q: Is it advisable to ask the opinion of the pious for suitable names by providing the names chosen by the husband and wife in order for him to choose or should one just choose an Islamic name with a good meaning?
Retaining the Fathers Name even after Marriage
Q: Is it true that if a person does not take their father's name (female) even after marriage, they will be denied the fragrance of Jannah?
Keeping the name Muhammad
Q: A cousin of mine named her child Muhammad. Is this ok, or should the name Muhammad be accompanied by another name like "mohammad Mujtaba" or Muhammad Mustafa, etc.?