Ghassan
Ghassan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Vigour of youth”.
| Meaning | Vigour of youth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | غسان |
| Pronunciation | ghas-SAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Iraq, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Ghassan
Ghassan is an old Arabic name tied to the Ghassanids. They were a South Arabian tribe that moved to Syria and ruled there before Islam, and tradition traces their name to a spring or well called Ghassan. Many people also take the word to mean the bloom and energy of youth. The Palestinian writer Ghassan Kanafani is one of its best-known modern bearers.
Is Ghassan a Muslim name?
Ghassan is common among Arab Muslims, especially in the Levant, and Arab Christians use it as well.
How popular is Ghassan?
Ghassan is very common in Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon and Iraq.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghassan mean?
Ghassan means 'Vigour of youth'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ghassan a Muslim name?
Ghassan is common among Arab Muslims, especially in the Levant, and Arab Christians use it as well.
How do you pronounce Ghassan?
Ghassan is pronounced ghas-SAHN.
Is Ghassan a boy or girl name?
Ghassan is usually a boy name.