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What is the ruling on naming a male newborn "Awwab"?

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It is disliked to be named with a name that entails self-praise, such as "Barrah". It is narrated from Abu Hurayrah and Zaynab bint Abi Salamah (may Allah be pleased with them both) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) changed the name "Barrah" to "Zaynab" and said: "Do not praise yourselves; Allah knows best who among you are truly righteous." Thus, the reason for the dislike is the self-praise and commendation inherent in the name. Therefore, a name that contains self-praise should be changed to a good name that does not contravene Islamic law.

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