Mariyam Nafees draws inspiration from Islamic histroy in naming her son 'Eesa'

Renowned actor Mariyam Nafees shared the heartfelt story behind naming her newborn son, as she recently embraced motherhood three years after her marriage to Amaan Ahmed.

During a Q&A session on Instagram, a fan asked Mariyam how she decided on her baby’s name. The actress revealed three reasons why she chose Eesa, one of the most revered prophets in Islam.

She explained that since her own name is Mariyam, the name of Prophet Jesus' (Eesa’s) mother, she felt a deep connection to naming her son Eesa.

"The religious girl in me always wanted to name her son Eesa... because Mariyam," she wrote in her post.

Mariyam expressed her admiration for the mother-son story in Islam, saying its significance inspired her to embrace this beautiful bond in her own life.

"I have always been fascinated by the mother-son duo’s part in our religion," she added.

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The third reason, she said, was simply her love for the name. Easa had always been a special name to her, and she wanted it to be a part of her life.

Earlier, the actress announced her pregnancy in November by sharing a series of snaps of the cute shoes and head caps symbolising the upcoming addition to their family.

Mariyam and Amaan, who tied the knot on March 25, 2022 in an intimate nikah ceremony.

The couple met on the shoot of an ad and quickly entered into a friendship that stretched to the relationship.