Declining since 2022, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Husain since 1979
Babies named Husain per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 73 |
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 105 |
| 2010s | 103 |
| 2020s | 79 |
Meaning & origin
Husain is a variant of Husayn, a name deeply rooted in Arabic and Islamic tradition. It has been in use in the United States since at least 1979, though it remains relatively rare. Its peak popularity came in 2021, when it ranked higher than in any other year, but since 2022 the name has been on a declining trajectory. In 2025, it was given to about 1 in 213,510 boys, reflecting its niche but persistent appeal. The name is most common among families with Middle Eastern or South Asian heritage, often chosen to honor the revered figure of Husayn ibn Ali. Despite its modest rank, Husain maintains a steady presence in the American naming landscape.
Husain is a variant of Husayn, the diminutive form of Hasan, which derives from the Arabic root ḥ-s-n, meaning 'good, beautiful.' The name holds deep significance in Islam as the name of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who is venerated by Muslims, particularly Shia Muslims. Husain has been widely used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, often in honor of this revered figure.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Husain
Names that share Husain's style, for a brother or sister.
