Hassan
handsome, good
- Origin
- Arabic
- Religion
- Muslim
- Gender
- Boy
- Country
- Lebanon
- Pronunciation
- HAH-san
- Popularity
- stable
About the name Hassan
Hassan is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "handsome, good". It is most commonly used in Muslim families and is especially popular in Lebanon.
Hassan was the elder grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, and the name is honoured in both Sunni and Shia families — often paired with Hussein for brothers or twins. In Morocco it also has royal associations through King Hassan II. English speakers usually find it easy, which has kept it in steady use among diaspora families.
Variants and spellings: Hasan, Hassane.
Popularity trend: Hassan has held a steady level of use rather than spiking or fading.
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Frequently asked about Hassan
- What does the name Hassan mean?
- Hassan means "handsome, good". It's a boy name of Arabic origin, most commonly used in Muslim families and popular in Lebanon.
- Where does the name Hassan come from?
- Hassan originates from Arabic. On Babbloom it's classified in the Muslim naming tradition.
- Is Hassan a boy or girl name?
- Hassan is a boy name.