حسام

Houssam

boyArabic, Maghrebi / Lebanese spelling

Houssam is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sharp sword”.

MeaningSharp sword
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, Maghrebi / Lebanese spelling
Arabic spellingحسام
Pronunciationhoos-SAAM
Arabic rootح س م (ḥ-s-m) — to cut, settle decisively
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Houssam

Houssam is the French-style spelling of Ḥusām, a sharp, cutting sword, used figuratively for decisiveness. It appears in compounds such as Ḥusām al-Dīn, sword of the faith. The ou spelling is typical of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Lebanon.

Is Houssam a Muslim name?

Yes. Houssam is a Muslim boy's name, a spelling of Husam, meaning sword.

Where is the name Houssam used?

Common in the Maghreb and Lebanon.

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Spellings and variants of Houssam

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Houssam mean?

Houssam means 'Sharp sword'. It comes from Arabic, Maghrebi / Lebanese spelling.

Is Houssam a Muslim name?

Yes. Houssam is a Muslim boy's name, a spelling of Husam, meaning sword.

How do you write Houssam in Arabic?

Houssam is written حسام in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Houssam?

Houssam is pronounced hoos-SAAM.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.