Hüseyin
Hüseyin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little handsome one, good”.
| Meaning | Little handsome one, good |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Husayn |
| Arabic spelling | حسين |
| Pronunciation | hoo-say-EEN |
| Arabic root | ح س ن (ḥ-s-n) — to be good, beautiful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hüseyin
Hüseyin is the Turkish form of Ḥusayn, a diminutive of Ḥasan meaning 'good, handsome'. The name honours al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who was killed at Karbala in 680. Turkish vowel harmony gives the form Hüseyin, and it is common among both Sunni and Alevi families in Turkey.
Is Hüseyin a Muslim name?
Yes. Hüseyin is the Turkish form of Husayn, the name of the Prophet's grandson al-Husayn ibn Ali.
Where is the name Hüseyin used?
One of the most common names in Turkey; Husein is used in Bosnia.
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Spellings and variants of Hüseyin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hüseyin mean?
Hüseyin means 'Little handsome one, good'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Husayn.
Is Hüseyin a Muslim name?
Yes. Hüseyin is the Turkish form of Husayn, the name of the Prophet's grandson al-Husayn ibn Ali.
How do you write Hüseyin in Arabic?
Hüseyin is written حسين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hüseyin?
Hüseyin is pronounced hoo-say-EEN.