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Is naming a daughter "Karmah" forbidden based on the Prophet's prohibition of calling grapes "al-kuroom," and what is the correct name, "Karam" or "Karmah"?

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The hadith does not generally prohibit naming grapes 'karam' (noble vine), but rather because of the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "Indeed, the 'karam' is the Muslim man." The Prophet's prohibition of calling grapes 'karam' means that the grapevine is called by this name due to its many benefits, whereas the heart of a believer is more deserving of this name. The intent of the prohibition is against specifically designating the grapevine with this name while intoxicating wine, which is forbidden, is derived from it. This would be a description of nobility, goodness, and benefits for the origin of this evil, forbidden drink, thereby serving as a means to praise what Allah has forbidden and to incite souls towards it. There is no objection to using this name.

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