Hussaini
Hussaini is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Hausa form origin, meaning “Of Husayn”.
| Meaning | Of Husayn |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Written as | حسيني |
| Pronunciation | hoos-SAI-nee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, Niger |
Meaning and origin of Hussaini
Hussaini comes from the Arabic nisba Ḥusaynī, meaning of Ḥusayn. Among Hausa speakers it is simply the ordinary form of the name Husayn, in keeping with the Hausa habit of ending names with a vowel. In Northern Nigeria, when twin boys are born, the younger is very often called Hussaini and the elder Hassan. Elsewhere Husseini is mostly a surname for families who trace their descent from al-Ḥusayn.
Is Hussaini a Muslim name?
Hussaini is the Hausa form of Husayn, honouring the Prophet's ﷺ grandson.
How popular is Hussaini?
It is very common among Hausa Muslims in Nigeria and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hussaini mean?
Hussaini means 'Of Husayn'. It is of Arabic, Hausa form origin.
Is Hussaini a Muslim name?
Hussaini is the Hausa form of Husayn, honouring the Prophet's ﷺ grandson.
How do you pronounce Hussaini?
Hussaini is pronounced hoos-SAI-nee.
Is Hussaini a boy or girl name?
Hussaini is usually a boy name.