The Dictionary of Muslim Names (Paperback)

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In a well-known hadith, Muhammed advises Muslims that, "On the Day of Resurrection, you will be called by your names and the names of your fathers; so keep beautiful names." Inspired by the teachings of Islam, names fulfill the cherished ambitions of a true Muslim. In The Dictionary of Muslim Names, Salahuddin Ahmed provides a helpful and substantive guide to common and less-common Muslim names. This lively and informative dictionary lists the original Arabic, Persian, or Turkish spelling, as well as a precise English transliteration. The names' meaning and bearing on Islamic heritage or world history are referenced, along with historical figures who bore the name-an Imaam, a Sultan, a saint-and accompanying illustrations.

Language Notes

Text: English, Arabic --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 351 pages
• Publisher: NYU Press (August 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0814706754
• ISBN-13: 978-0814706756
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,170,450 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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32 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference for the new muslim parent., September 29, 1998

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This review is from: The Dictionary of Muslim Names (Hardcover)

The comprehensive and authentic approach offered by this book is unparallel to any other that I have seen. Full marks go to the author, who has included many Quranic/Arabic/Persian muslim names for both boys and girls. This book is a must if you are a new parent, and consequently pulling your hair out trying to think of a suitable muslim name for your newborn. Further reference to the meaning of these names make this text a good read even for the general public. Do you know what your name means? Certainly a book to be passed on with inhertance!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Finally..., February 24, 2003

By	A. Ijaz "ski0001" (Maryland, United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Finally a good book of Muslim names. Gives, name, meaning and how to pronounce. Good quality binding and therefore durable as you pass it from one person to the next!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the money, January 9, 2007

By	F. Kp - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is not worth the money. You can find most of the names listed free in internet sites..