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Is it allowed in Islam for a woman to change her name after she marries or must she keep her orig

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Is it allowed in Islam for a woman to change her name after she marries or must she keep her original fathers name?

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Answer

Yes, it is permissible ​ for a woman to adopt her husband’s last name after​ marriage.

And Allah تعالى knows best

Written by Mohammad Ahsan Osmani

Published by Darul Ifta Texas for general guidance. It is not a ruling from a Shariah court, and it should not be taken outside the situation it addresses. Only Allah knows best.

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