Can I name my son "Jawad"?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
There is no objection to naming a newborn "Jawad," for the basic principle regarding names is permissibility and allowance. However, it is preferable to choose names that have been encouraged, such as "Abdullah" and "Abdul-Rahman."
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Reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
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