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Is it permissible for Muslims to name their children "Benjamin" or any name of the brothers of Prophet Yusuf?

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It is prohibited to be named "Benjamin" or similar names of Yusuf's brothers or other names that are specific to disbelievers, because it involves imitating them and because it is not customary among Muslims. The names of Muslims are sufficient.

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