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"Choosing a name for a newcomer to Islam, whether a new-born babe or an adult, is usually a pleasant and exciting exercise.  It can also be a difficult one for those who are unsure of the form and meanings of Arabic words in particular.

The selection of a good name is of course on of the first important duties of a parent to a child an should not be treated lightly.  According to the Prophet, it is a child's right to be given a good and honourable name.

What's in a name and what constitutes a good and honourable name?"