Is it permissible (halal) or forbidden (haram) to name a child "Emily" for the purpose of emulating a cartoon character?
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It is permissible to be named "Emily" if its meaning is "hardworking and serious," because it does not contain a blameworthy or polytheistic meaning. However, it is recommended to be named with known Islamic names.
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