Hassani
Hassani is a Muslim boy name meaning “Good, handsome”.
| Meaning | Good, handsome |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Ḥasan |
| Arabic spelling | حسن |
| Pronunciation | hah-SAH-nee |
| Arabic root | ح س ن (ḥ-s-n) — to be good, beautiful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hassani
Hassani is the Swahili form of Ḥasan, 'good' or 'handsome', with the Swahili final -i. It honours al-Ḥasan ibn ʿAli, the elder grandson of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, whom the Prophet called one of the two leaders of the youth of Paradise. Ali Hassan Mwinyi, president of Tanzania, carried the name in its Arabic form.
Is Hassani a Muslim name?
Yes. Hassani is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Hasan, the Prophet's grandson.
Where is the name Hassani used?
Common in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
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Spellings and variants of Hassani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hassani mean?
Hassani means 'Good, handsome'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Ḥasan.
Is Hassani a Muslim name?
Yes. Hassani is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Hasan, the Prophet's grandson.
How do you write Hassani in Arabic?
Hassani is written حسن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hassani?
Hassani is pronounced hah-SAH-nee.