What is the meaning of the name "Ruslan," is it permissible to name someone "Muhammad Ruslan," and what is the ruling on compound names?
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"Ruslan" means "lion." It is originally a foreign word, specifically "Arslan." There is no objection to naming with it, and there is no harm in compound names, some of which are even recommended.
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