Hussein

The Arabic first name Hussein is a diminutive form of Hassan (also Hasan) and is translated as 'the little Hasan'. The name has its roots in Islam and refers to al-Husain ibn ʿAlī, who was the younger brother of al-Hasan ibn ʿAlī.

What does the name Hussein mean?

The name Hussein is the diminutive variant of Hassan (also Hasan) and carries the meaning 'the little Hasan'. It is significant in the Islamic context and derives from al-Husain ibn ʿAlī, the younger brother of al-Hasan ibn ʿAlī. Both are the sons of Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Mohammed, and thus his grandchildren. While the base form Hassan comes from the Arabic word hasan, which means 'good, beautiful', Hussein can also be interpreted as 'the Good' or 'the Beautiful'. In the Arab and Muslim world, the first name is widely used and is often employed as a surname. Besides the spelling Hussein, which is particularly common in German and English-speaking areas, there are many other variants of the name. The correct transliteration from Arabic is actually Husain (after al-Husain ibn ʿAlī). One of the most frequently used international variants is the Persian form Hossein.

Where does the name Hussein come from?

The first name Hussein has Arabic roots and means 'the Good' or 'the Beautiful'. The etymology is based on the Arabic meaning of hasan, which means 'good' or 'beautiful'.

How do you pronounce Hussein?

The pronunciation of Hussein is melodious and two-syllable. It is typically pronounced as 'Hu-sein' [huˈzeɪn], with the name starting with a long U sound that conveys depth. The second syllable contains a diphthong that adds dynamism to the name. The final n gently rounds off the sound. Hussein has a dignified and impressive aura - a name that embodies harmonious strength and clear presence.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Hussein enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 361st on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2019, when it reached 242nd place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given approximately 2,200 times, placing it 310th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 333rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Hasso / Hassuna / Hubbe / Huschin / Huse / Husen / Hushus / Huso / Hussi

Similar first names

Famous people

• Barack Hussein Obama (U.S. Senator / Presidential candidate)
• Dana Hussein Abdulrazak (sprinter from Iraq)
• Hussein Adilo (Ethiopian long-distance runner)
• Hussein Al Idrissy (football player)
• Hussein Alaa Hussein (football player from Iraq)
• Hussein Ali (footballer from Oman)
• Hussein Ali Ahmed (Kuwaiti footballer)
• Hussein Allouche (football player from Germany)
• Hussein Barghouti (poet from Palestine)
• Hussein Bikar (American artist)
• Hussein Chalayan (designer)
• Hussein Dokmak (Lebanese footballer)
• Hussein Falah Jawad (Iraqi football player)
• Hussein Fatal (rapper from America)
• Hussein Hamdy (Egyptian football player)
• Hussein Hegazi (Egyptian footballer)
• Hussein Hussein (Australian boxer)
• Hussein Jwayed (football player from Syria)
• Hussein Kutlucan (writer from Germany)
• Hussein Naeem (Lebanese footballer)