Hussain Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hussain is an Arabic name meaning 'good' or 'handsome', derived from the root 'ḥ-s-n'. It evolved from the name Hasan and is closely associated with Hussain ibn Ali, a significant figure in Islamic history. The name is often associated with traits of bravery and beauty. There is no biblical relevance, and it gained popularity due to its historical significance in the Islamic context.
The name Hussain is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hussain has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Hussain' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3358th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2600th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1811th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hussain' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hussain"
Pronunciation
/huːˈseɪn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Hussain is derived from the Arabic root 'ḥ-s-n', which means 'good' or 'beautiful'. It is a diminutive form of the name Hasan, which means 'handsome' or 'good'.
Meaning
good, handsome, beautiful
Language Evolution
Hasan, Hussain
Historical Usage
The name Hussain gained popularity primarily in the Islamic world due to the significance of Hussain ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who is revered for his role in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE.
Variants & Derivatives
Hasan, Hussein, Hussin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hussain is a common name in many Muslim-majority countries and is often associated with qualities of bravery, sacrifice, and beauty due to its historical and religious significance.
Famous People
Hussain ibn Ali, Hussein of Jordan, Hussein Chalayan
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hussain"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hussain"
"Hussain" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3358th of 16616 | 262 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2600th of 24088 | 670 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1811th of 23106 | 1,040 |
Regional Popularity of "Hussain" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
50.15% 2244th/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.17% 1703rd/4582 |
40.70% 2102nd/5164 |
41.61% 3043rd/7313 |
44.14% 3294th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.66% 1301st/3984 |
29.51% 1324th/4487 |
28.58% 1950th/6822 |
33.01% 2072nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Hussain" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hussain"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hussain" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.