Husayn

“Arabic” — Associated with Husayn ibn Ali

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8491US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

114All-time births

📅 Since 198500

What does Husayn mean and where does it come from?

Husayn (حُسَيْن) is an important name in Islamic culture, associated with Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. His martyrdom at the Battle of Karbala is commemorated annually during Ashura, making the name particularly significant among Shia Muslims. The name has various spellings,

Cultural significance

Husayn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #5426 in 2016 — currently #8491 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Husayn?

Husayn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Husayn Grace

How popular is Husayn right now?

Falling — down 3208 spots — currently #8491 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#8491 · Top 6.3%

1985

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8491	9	▼ down 3208 · -50% births
2022	#5283	18	▼ down 597 · -14% births
2021	#4686	21	▲ up 2072 · +75% births
2020	#6758	12	▼ down 898 · -20% births
2015	#5860	15	▲ up 1619 · +200% births
1985	#7479	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Husayn

Best Year2021Rank #4686

Peak Count21

Average Rank#6426

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20236 years

The story of Husayn

Husayn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 114 total births recorded, Husayn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7479 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8491 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Husayn in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

Husayn by decade

Husayn peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	10
2000s	12
2010s ★	80
2020s	12

💎Husayn has only 114 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Husayn?

Common

HusHusieHusyUsayn

Famous people named Husayn

Husayn (Arab poet)

Husayn carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Husayn (historical Arab ruler)

Husayn held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Husayn (Sufi mystic)

Husayn used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Husayn (Islamic scholar)

Husayn bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Husayn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Husayn also consider these

Husnayn

Germanic · A Germanic name

Hunayn

Germanic · A Germanic name

Hussan

Arabic · handsome, good-looking

English · A meaningful name

Huxtyn

English · from the hill

Huzayl

Germanic · A Germanic name

How is Husayn written in other languages?

حسين

Arabic

Common questions about the name Husayn

What does the name Husayn mean?

Husayn means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Husayn?

Husayn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Husayn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Husayn?

Husayn originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Husayn trending right now?

Husayn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Husayn a common or rare name?

Husayn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.