can you name a son after his grandfather
Yes, you can name a son after his grandfather.
From the point of view of Jain dharma and tradition:
- There is no prohibition in Jain scriptures about giving a child the same name as a grandparent or any elder.
- In many Jain families, it is actually common and considered respectful and loving to name a child after a pious grandfather, grandmother, or other elder.
- What matters more in Jainism is:
Both Digambar and Shwetambar traditions are the same here; there is no separate rule on this.
So, from a Jain perspective, naming a son after his grandfather is completely okay and can even be a beautiful way to remember and follow his good qualities.