My first name is Al-Karim. Is there a need to change it?
Question
My first name is Al-Karim. Is there a need to change it? If yes should I change it to karim or abdulkarim. Jazaakallah
Answer
The name al-Karim is appropriate. There is no need for you to change your name.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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