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Is it permissible to name a girl Layanah, and what is the ruling on naming with this name Islamically?

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Lexicons mention that "leen" (softness/gentleness) is the opposite of harshness, and it signifies comfort and luxury. It is said, "Indeed, he is a man of 'maleenah'," meaning gentle-sided. There is nothing to prevent naming with it.

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