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Is it permissible to be named "Ruhullah" (Spirit of God) and "Rahmatullah" (Mercy of God) in Islam, or should these names be changed?

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Naming oneself "Ruhullah" (Spirit of Allah) is not permissible and must be changed, whereas naming oneself "Rahmatullah" (Mercy of Allah) is not objectionable, as one might indeed be a mercy.

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