Inheritance
How Much Does a Daughter Inherit in Islam?
By the Editorial Team · reviewed against our sources · updated September 2026 · guidance, not a fatwa
A daughter’s share depends on whether she has brothers.
- One daughter, no sons: she takes 1/2 of the estate.
- Two or more daughters, no sons: they share 2/3 equally.
- With sons present: children take the residue together, and each daughter receives half of a son’s share (the 2:1 rule).
Other heirs (spouse, parents) take their fixed shares first. Try exact figures in the inheritance calculator.
General guidance, not a fatwa. Rulings vary by school of thought (madhhab) and circumstance — confirm with a qualified scholar.
Frequently asked questions
How much does one daughter inherit in Islam?
A single daughter with no sons receives one-half (1/2) of the estate.
How much do two daughters inherit?
Two or more daughters with no sons share two-thirds (2/3) of the estate equally.
What if there are sons and daughters?
The children share the residue with each son taking twice each daughter's portion.