Arabic

Husayn

Pronounced hoo-SAYNShare

Meaning: Diminutive of Hasan, meaning handsome or good

  • Boy
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  • 2 syllables

The story

A diminutive of Hasan, with a distinct identity of its own. Husayn ibn Ali, the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, gives the name particular significance in Islamic history.

Spellings & variants

  • Hussein
  • Hussain
  • Husain

Popularity

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Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Husayn comes from Arabic.

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