There is no such requirement, normally company ask for the same just to compare the offer and negotiate with you and trying you to hold back if its really possible.
If you have signed 'non-disclosure' clause then the company can ask for name of your new organisation. Otherwise it is not mandatory for you to disclose the name.
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