Find out how popular the first name Hossain has been for the last 8 years (from 2007 to 2014) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Hossain by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Hossain is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2014, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Hossain.

The history of the first name Hossain

The name Hossain has its origins in Arabic, derived from the name Husayn, which means "good" or "beautiful". It is a variant spelling of the same name, commonly used in regions with linguistic influences from Persian, Urdu, and other South Asian languages.

The name Husayn has deep historical and religious significance in Islam, as it was the name of the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. Husayn ibn Ali was martyred in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE, an event that has profound spiritual and cultural significance for Shia Muslims.

The earliest recorded usage of the name Husayn can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the early years of Islam. It became a popular name among Muslims, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia, as a way to honor the memory and legacy of Husayn ibn Ali.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the name Hossain is Hossain Ghori, a 12th-century Muslim ruler of the Ghurid dynasty, who conquered parts of modern-day Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan. Another notable figure is Hossain Shahi, a 16th-century ruler of the Shahi dynasty in Bengal, who is known for his patronage of literature and architecture.

Hossain Vaez Kashefi, a 15th-century Persian poet and scholar, is renowned for his work "Rawzat al-Shuhada" (The Garden of Martyrs), which chronicles the life and martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali. Hossain Shah Arghun, a 14th-century ruler of the Ilkhanid dynasty in Persia, was also a prominent figure who bore this name.

In more recent history, Hossain Amin al-Husseini, a 20th-century Palestinian Arab nationalist and Muslim leader, played a significant role in the Arab-Israeli conflict. Hossain Makhlooq, an 18th-century Sufi poet and mystic from India, is also notable for his contributions to the spiritual and literary traditions of South Asia.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Hossain throughout history, reflecting its deep cultural and religious significance across various regions and time periods.

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