Hassan

Meaning handsome, good
Origin Arabic
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Has-san

About Hassan

Hassan radiates warmth and cultural significance, representing a name embraced across continents and communities. This two-syllable name achieves perfect balance—substantial enough to carry weight, simple enough for universal recognition. Hassan has adorned scholars, leaders, and everyday heroes throughout history, building a legacy of respect and accomplishment. The name's gentle beginning flows into a strong finish, creating pleasant auditory experience. Parents choosing Hassan often value its multicultural acceptance and timeless quality, finding it neither trendy nor antiquated. The name translates beautifully across languages, maintaining its integrity regardless of linguistic context. Hassan suggests someone thoughtful and composed, carrying himself with quiet dignity. Its pronunciation is straightforward, minimizing the frustration many children experience with constantly corrected names. The name works equally well in casual and formal settings, adapting to various life stages seamlessly. Hassan's enduring popularity across generations testifies to its fundamental appeal and lasting value, making it a reliable choice for parents seeking tested tradition combined with contemporary relevance.

Variations of Name Hassan

Hasan
Hassane
Hassani
Hassun
Hasanen

Nicknames for Hassan

Has
Hass
San
Sani
Hassan

Famous People Named Hassan

Hassan RouhaniFormer President of Iran
Hassan WhitesideAmerican professional basketball player
Hassan MinhajAmerican comedian and television host
Hassan JameelSaudi businessman and philanthropist
Hassan IIFormer King of Morocco
Hassan NasrallahSecretary-General of Hezbollah in Lebanon
Hassan AdliFrench professional footballer
Hassan FathyEgyptian architect known for his innovative approach to sustainable design
Hassan AliPakistani cricketer known for his impressive bowling skills
Hassan YebdaAlgerian professional footballer
Hassan ShehataEgyptian former footballer and coach
Hassan KachloulMoroccan former footballer who played in the English Premier League
Hassan IsmailKenyan politician and businessman
Hassan al-BannaFounder of the Muslim Brotherhood
Hassan JohnsonAmerican actor known for his role in "The Wire"
Hassan HakmounMoroccan musician and composer
Hassan Gouled AptidonFirst President of Djibouti
Hassan NisarPakistani columnist and TV personality
Hassan HajjajMoroccan contemporary artist and photographer

Characters Named Hassan

Hassan Chopfrom "The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared" by Jonas Jonasson
Hassan al-Ramifrom "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
Hassan al-Wazzanfrom "The Moor's Account" by Laila Lalami
Hassan Campbellfrom "Noughts & Crosses" series by Malorie Blackman
Hassan of the Cursed Armfrom "Fate/Grand Order" video game
Hassan of Serenityfrom "Fate/Grand Order" video game

Other Popular Names Beginning with H

Hero
Hillel
Holden
Hadi
Huxton
Huck
Henry
Hezekiah
Henley
Heitor