Hasan
Hasan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Good, handsome, beautiful”.
| Meaning | Good, handsome, beautiful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حسن |
| Pronunciation | HA-san |
| Arabic root | ح س ن (ḥ-s-n) — to be good, beautiful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hasan
Hasan (Ḥasan) means good and beautiful, both in appearance and in character. It was given by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to his elder grandson, al-Ḥasan ibn ʿAlī, son of Fatima, whom he called one of the two masters of the youth of Paradise. Hasan is the usual spelling in Turkey, Bosnia and Indonesia.
Is Hasan a Muslim name?
Yes. Hasan is one of the most honoured Muslim names, the name of the Prophet's grandson al-Ḥasan ibn ʿAlī.
Is Hasan in the Quran?
Its root fills the Quran, as in 'Is the reward for good (al-iḥsān) anything but good?' (Quran 55:60).
Where is the name Hasan used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; spelled Hasan in Turkey, the Balkans and Southeast Asia.
Gifts with the name Hasan
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hasan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hasan mean?
Hasan means 'Good, handsome, beautiful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hasan a Muslim name?
Yes. Hasan is one of the most honoured Muslim names, the name of the Prophet's grandson al-Ḥasan ibn ʿAlī.
How do you write Hasan in Arabic?
Hasan is written حسن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hasan?
Hasan is pronounced HA-san.
Is Hasan mentioned in the Quran?
Its root fills the Quran, as in 'Is the reward for good (al-iḥsān) anything but good?' (Quran 55:60).