Hussain
Meaning of Hussain
The name Hussain is a male given name of Arabic origin, pronounced hoo-SAYN (/huˈseɪn/). It carries significant cultural and historical weight, particularly in the Muslim world. The name Hussain means "handsome" or "good," and it is most famously associated with Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who is revered as a martyr in Islamic history. This name holds deep respect and signifies nobility and sacrifice. A common variation of the name is Hussein.
In the United States, Hussain has been steadily used over the years, reflecting its enduring appeal among families with Middle Eastern or Islamic heritage. Although not among the most popular names nationally, it has consistently appeared in naming records for newborns. For example, in 2023, there were 87 occurrences of baby boys named Hussain, ranking at 1826. The popularity of this name has seen slight fluctuations over decades but remains a meaningful choice for many parents seeking to honor their cultural roots and historical figures.
Pronunciation
Arabic,Urdu
- Pronunced as hoo-SAYN (/huˈseɪn/)
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Notable People Named Hussain
| Hussain Ahmad Madani was an esteemed Indian Islamic scholar and the principal of Darul Uloom Deoband, honored with the Padma Bhushan in 1954. |
| Hussain Ahmed, an Indian footballer, represented his country in the 1956 Summer Olympics and played for the Hyderabad City Police team in the 1950s. |
| Prince Hussain Aga Khan is the third child and second son of Aga Khan IV and his first wife, Princess Salimah Aga Khan. |
| Mohammad Hussain Talat is a Pakistani cricketer who made his international debut for the Pakistan cricket team in April 2018 and plays for Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). |
| Hussain Ali is a well-known Maldivian singer. |
| Hussain Al Jassmi is a renowned Emirati pianist, composer, musician, and singer, known for his popular singles in the Arab world, born in Khorfakkan in August 1979. |
| Hussain Kuwajerwala is an Indian television actor, host, and model known for his roles in popular soap operas and hosting various television shows. |
| Hussain Asghar is a retired Pakistani police officer who currently serves as the Deputy Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau. |
| Hussain Ali Baba Mohamed is a retired Bahraini footballer who represented Al Riffa and the Bahrain national football team. |
| Hussain Karimi is a Bahraini racing driver known for competing in the Bahrain International Circuit 2000cc Challenge and the TCR International Series. |
| Hussain Abdulrahman is a prominent Emirati footballer known for his role as a midfielder for Ajman. |
| Hussain Mustahil Rabia, also known as Hussain Mustahil, is a well-known Omani footballer currently playing for Al-Nasr S.C.S.C. |
| Hussain Al-Sheikh is a Saudi footballer known for his role as a midfielder for Al-Jubail. |
| Hussain Bhola is a Zimbabwean cricketer who made his first-class debut for Mid West Rhinos in 2019. |
| Hussain Shareef is a Kuwaiti judoka who competed in the men's middleweight event at the 1984 Summer Olympics. |
