Hussein

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Meaning

Handsome

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

Arabic حسين
Urdu حسین
Persian حسین
Turkish Hüseyin
Bengali হুসাইন
Indonesian Husein
Pashto حسین

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Hussein is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Handsome', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Hussein, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Hussein, like the alternate spelling Husain, comes from the Arabic root h-s-n, a diminutive meaning “little beauty.” Husain ibn Ali was the Prophet ﷺ's beloved grandson.