Hossain
Hossain is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little handsome one, good”.
| Meaning | Little handsome one, good |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Bengali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | حسين |
| Pronunciation | hoh-SINE |
| Arabic root | ح س ن (ḥ-s-n) — to be good, beautiful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hossain
Hossain is the Bengali spelling of Ḥusayn, the diminutive of Ḥasan, 'good, handsome'. It honours Imam Husayn ibn ʿAli, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, martyred at Karbala. In Bangladesh it is used both as a given name and very widely as a family name.
Is Hossain a Muslim name?
Yes. Hossain is the Bengali form of Husayn, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ grandson, and is a Muslim name.
Where is the name Hossain used?
One of the most common names and surnames in Bangladesh and West Bengal.
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Spellings and variants of Hossain
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hossain mean?
Hossain means 'Little handsome one, good'. It comes from Arabic, Bengali spelling.
Is Hossain a Muslim name?
Yes. Hossain is the Bengali form of Husayn, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ grandson, and is a Muslim name.
How do you write Hossain in Arabic?
Hossain is written حسين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hossain?
Hossain is pronounced hoh-SINE.