Names, Surnames & Titles

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.

Q: Can you please give me the meaning of the name Umair. And how should it be pronounced. Its starting with ain. But if we pronounce with the sound of alif is it ok?

Q: Is this the correct spelling of the name (Daanyaal) and what would the actual meaning of the name be? 

Q: Please suggest a name for my grandson. 

Q: Is Anushka a proper name to give a Muslim girl and what is the meaning?

Q: Can we select some good name to name a child like that of a Sahaabi (Radhiyallahu Anhu) by ourselves or is it necessary to ensure that the given good name (like that of Sahaaba kiraam) is suitable for child. Actually, some of my friends say that even if you select a good name for the child, you have to consult a religious teacher who will check whether it is suitable for him, it should not be heavy on him, it should not affect his health or personality. Kindly clear this doubt.

Q:

1. I am goin to name my new born baby Ayyub Ahmed. Please let me know the meaning of Ayyub and if its a good name to name my boy.

2. Also let me know if its ok to just call him Ayyub though we name Ayyub Ahmed. Is it necessary to call by full name?

Q: Is it permissible for a child to call himself with another man's surname other than his father's?

Q: A woman has children from her first marriage. If she remarries, is it permissible for her to give her children her second husbands surname? The children and relatives know who the real father is. But friends and acquaintances might not know.