Hassan Boy

Popularity: #542 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HAH-sahn //ˈhæsən//

Origin: Arabic; Persian

Meaning: Arabic: handsome; Persian: good

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Hassan has its roots in the Arabic language, derived from the root word "ḥ-s-n," which means "to be good" or "to be beautiful." The name is often interpreted as "handsome" or "good." It has been used in various forms throughout history, with the Arabic spelling being حسن. The name entered the English language through the transliteration of Arabic names, particularly during periods of increased interaction between the Arab world and Europe, such as during the Middle Ages and the Crusades.

Historically, one of the most significant figures bearing this name is Hassan ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who lived in the 7th century. He is revered in both Sunni and Shia Islam, with his life and actions documented in various Islamic texts.

His legacy has contributed to the name's prominence in Muslim cultures. The name has also been borne by various rulers and scholars throughout Islamic history, further embedding it within the cultural and religious fabric of the Muslim world.

Culturally, Hassan carries connotations of virtue and nobility, often associated with qualities such as kindness and beauty. The name has been celebrated in literature and poetry, symbolizing moral integrity and aesthetic appeal.

Its variants and diminutives, such as "Hass" or "Hassani," have also emerged in different cultures, reflecting local linguistic adaptations. The enduring significance of the name Hassan is evident in its continued use across various cultures and regions, often linked to the ideals of goodness and beauty.

Famous people named Hassan

In this section, you will find notable people named Hassan. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Hassan who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Hassan who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Hassan Rouhani is a politician best known for serving as the President of Iran from 2013 to 2021.

Hassan Whiteside is a professional basketball player best known for playing with the Miami Heat and the Sacramento Kings.

Hassan Minaj is a comedian and actor best known for his Netflix show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj and his work on The Daily Show.

Fictional characters named Hassan

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Hassan is a fictional character from the novel The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. He is the loyal friend and servant of the protagonist, Amir, and plays a crucial role in the story's themes of friendship and betrayal.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Hassan, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

FatimaAliZainabOmarAminaYusuf

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Hassan. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

HusainHadiSamirRamiKhalidJamilTariqZahir

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Hassan was first seen in the United States in 1923.

Hassan has ranked as high as #1268 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in New York, Michigan, California, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

In the past 5 years the name Hassan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Hassan is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Hassan was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Hassan.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 447 447 0
2024 427 427 0
2023 390 390 0
2022 325 325 0
2021 312 312 0
2020 282 282 0
2019 317 317 0
2018 306 306 0
2017 340 340 0
2016 299 299 0
2015 318 318 0
2014 309 309 0
2013 262 262 0
2012 246 246 0
2011 243 243 0
2010 275 275 0
2009 277 277 0
2008 278 278 0
2007 263 263 0
2006 281 281 0
2005 259 259 0
2004 223 223 0
2003 214 214 0
2002 225 225 0
2001 218 218 0
2000 259 259 0
1999 213 213 0
1998 253 253 0
1997 256 256 0
1996 208 208 0
1995 207 207 0
1994 218 218 0
1993 213 213 0
1992 153 153 0
1991 172 172 0
1990 195 195 0
1989 144 144 0
1988 154 154 0
1987 147 147 0
1986 124 124 0
1985 120 120 0
1984 119 119 0
1983 122 122 0
1982 115 115 0
1981 136 136 0
1980 130 130 0
1979 118 118 0
1978 147 140 7
1977 140 140 0
1976 109 109 0
1975 85 85 0
1974 83 83 0
1973 68 68 0
1972 65 65 0
1971 78 78 0
1970 64 64 0
1969 48 48 0
1968 48 48 0
1967 36 36 0
1966 45 45 0
1965 30 30 0
1964 26 26 0
1963 15 15 0
1962 16 16 0
1961 17 17 0
1957 12 12 0
1955 7 7 0
1954 6 6 0
1953 6 6 0
1952 7 7 0
1951 6 6 0
1950 6 6 0
1948 9 9 0
1946 6 6 0
1941 5 5 0
1923 5 5 0

Top States for Hassan (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 57
15%
CA 53
14%
MI 38
10%
FL 27
7%
NY 24
6%
NJ 18
5%
GA 16
4%
VA 16
4%
IL 14
4%
AZ 14
4%
PA 14
4%
OH 13
3%
IN 11
3%
MD 11
3%
MN 11
3%
TN 9
2%
NC 9
2%
WA 6
2%
LA 6
2%
MO 6
2%
IA 6
2%
NV 5
1%
UT 5
1%