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Do Jewish people ever name their newborn children after live people?



AskTheRabbi.org answered:

Yes, the Serfardic (Jews from the Middle Eastern countries) custom is to name their children after living relatives. In fact, it is considered to be a great honor and is normally given to grandparents.


 
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