Aqiqah Cost Calculator 2025: Sunnah Guide for Baby Boy & Girl
Aqiqah is a blessed Sunnah on the 7th day after birth. Boy: 2 goats, Girl: 1 goat. Our calculator gives total cost, meat weight, charity share.
Sunnah Rules (All Madhabs)
| Aspect | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| Goats | 2 | 1 |
| Day | 7th (or 14th, 21st) | Same |
| Meat | 1/3 poor, 1/3 relatives, 1/3 family | Same |
| Head Shave | Yes, give silver weight in charity | Yes |
Aqiqah Cost Breakdown
- Goat Price: $100–$200 (USA), ₹3000–₹8000 (India), 500–1000 SAR
- Butcher Fee: $20–$50
- Total for Boy: $240–$450
Meat Weight Calculation
Live weight → ~45% dressed → ~60% bone-in meat
- 25 kg goat → ~7 kg meat
- Boy (2 goats) → ~14 kg meat
- 1/3 charity → ~4.7 kg to poor
Head Shave Charity
Sunnah: Shave head on 7th day → weigh hair → give silver value in charity.
Can I Delay Aqiqah?
- Best: 7th day
- Allowed: Any time (even adulthood)
- Fard? No, Sunnah Muakkadah
Goat Requirements
- Healthy, no defects
- Age: 6+ months (sheep), 1+ year (goat)
- Sheep = 1 goat
Alternative: Cash Value
- Poor families: Give cash equal to goat price
- Still must intend Aqiqah
Step-by-Step Example
Boy, goat $120, 25 kg, 1/3 charity
- 2 goats = $240
- Meat: 14 kg
- Charity: 4.7 kg (~$35 value)
- Total Cost: ~$280 (incl. butcher)
Madhabs Differences
- Hanafi: 2 for boy, 1 for girl
- Shafi’i: Same
- Maliki: 2 for boy recommended
- Hanbali: 2 for boy, 1 for girl
Integration with Tools
FAQs
Can I combine Aqiqah? Yes, multiple children on same day.
Camel instead? Yes, 1/7th share = 1 goat.
Vegetarian? Give cash value to poor.
Conclusion
Use our 2025 Aqiqah Calculator to fulfill Sunnah easily. Share meat, spread barakah. May Allah accept your Aqiqah.
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