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Akhlaq

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Meaning

Good manners

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic ุฃุฎู„ุงู‚
Urdu ุงุฎู„ุงู‚
Persian ุงุฎู„ุงู‚
Turkish Ahlak
Bengali เฆ†เฆ–เฆฒเฆพเฆ•
Pashto ุงุฎู„ุงู‚
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Akhlaq is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Good manners', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Akhlaq, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Akhlaq is the plural of "khuluq" (disposition, character), from the Arabic root kh-l-q. It is translated as "morals" or "character." The Prophet ๏ทบ said, "I was only sent to perfect noble character" (Musnad Ahmad).

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Etymology

The plural of khuluq, Arabic for 'character, disposition.' Akhlaq means 'good manners, morals' - a significant concept in Islamic ethics.

Hadith / Historical Connection

Choosing a name well is treated in the sunna as a duty owed to the child. Abu Dawud records the Prophet saying that on the Day of Resurrection you will be called by your names and by your fathers' names, so give yourselves good names. Names carrying a quality are chosen in that spirit.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world.