What is the ruling on taking the name "Ghad al-Basr" (غاد البسر)?
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It is permissible to be named "Ghada Al-Basr" because there is no harm in being named "Ghada," as it means softness and a tender young woman. "Al-Basr" is a type of date. The default rule for names is permissibility unless they contain a forbidden or disliked meaning.
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