Is it permissible for me to name my (newborn) son Messiah?
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It is not recommended to name a newborn "Al-Masih" (the Messiah), to avoid ambiguity and confusion. Instead, it is recommended to name him "Isa" (Jesus) or by other names of prophets and righteous individuals.
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