Holding steady.
Popularity of Hussien since 1976
Babies named Hussien per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 109 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Hussien is a variant of the widely recognized Arabic name Hussein, carrying the meaning of 'good' or 'handsome' from its root in Hassan. In the United States, it first appeared in Social Security records in 1976, indicating a relatively recent but established presence. Its popularity reached a peak in 2001, and the trajectory has since remained stable, suggesting a consistent though modest level of use. The name is primarily given to boys and is common among Muslim families, honoring the legacy of Hussein ibn Ali. While no top states were recorded for this specific spelling, the variant Hussein is more widespread. Hussien represents a faithful transliteration of the Arabic pronunciation.
Hussien is a variant spelling of Hussein, a diminutive of the Arabic name Hassan, derived from the root ḥ-s-n meaning 'good, handsome, beautiful.' It is most famously associated with Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, and is a common name throughout the Muslim world. The spelling Hussien reflects a transliteration from Arabic script, where the vowel can be rendered with an 'i' or 'e.'
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Hussien
Names that share Hussien's style, for a brother or sister.
