Hassan
Hassan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Good, handsome”.
| Meaning | Good, handsome |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حسن |
| Pronunciation | HAS-san |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Morocco, Egypt, Somalia, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Hassan
Hassan is the spelling of Ḥasan most often used in English and French, and it carries the meaning good and handsome from the root ḥ-s-n. The name honours al-Ḥasan ibn ʿAlī, the elder grandson of the Prophet ﷺ. Technically the doubled s belongs to a different name, Ḥassān, but in daily life Hassan is nearly always understood as Ḥasan. It is one of the most familiar Muslim names anywhere.
Is Hassan a Muslim name?
Hassan is among the most widely given Muslim names, after the Prophet's grandson al-Ḥasan, and its root appears in 'Is the reward for good anything but good?' (Quran 55:60).
How popular is Hassan?
It is used worldwide, and especially often in Morocco, Egypt, Somalia, Nigeria and Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hassan mean?
Hassan means 'Good, handsome'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hassan a Muslim name?
Hassan is among the most widely given Muslim names, after the Prophet's grandson al-Ḥasan, and its root appears in 'Is the reward for good anything but good?' (Quran 55:60).
How do you pronounce Hassan?
Hassan is pronounced HAS-san.
Is Hassan a boy or girl name?
Hassan is usually a boy name.