Does "Ahmer" have any other meaning in Arabic other then "Red" color. in Pakistan this name is common. Does Arabs also use it as name?
Question
Meaning less Names According to Sharia and Sunnah Should I change my name?
Answer
We are not aware of another meaning of Ahmar besides red. We advise you change your name to Ahmad.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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