Hussein Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hussein Name at a Glance

Name	Hussein
Meaning	Good. The founder of Shiite Islam was named Hussein.
Origin	Arabic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hussein Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hussein means “Good. The founder of Shiite Islam was named Hussein”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hussein Name Origin

Our database records Hussein under Arabic origin. Browse more Arabic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hussein a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hussein is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hussein

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