Hasan
Fact sheet
- Name
- Hasan
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Hasan comes from Arabic and is translated as "the Good" or "the Beautiful," derived from the Arabic word hasan, which means "good" or "beautiful." In Arab and Muslim culture, the name Hasan enjoys great popularity and significance.
What does the name Hasan mean?
Hasan, a name with Arabic roots, is translated as "the Good" or "the Beautiful" and is derived from hasan, meaning "good" or "beautiful." Particularly in Islam, al-Hasan ibn ʿAlī, the grandson of the Prophet Mohammed, plays a central role and is revered by Shiites and Alevis as the second Imam. With nearly two million bearers, Hasan is one of the most common male first names worldwide, while the variant Hassan, with about 5.5 million bearers, is even more widespread. Hasan can be found throughout the Arab world, but is especially common in North Africa and Turkey. A common diminutive of it is Hussein.
Where does the name Hasan come from?
The name Hasan has Arabic origins and means "the Good" or "the Beautiful."
How do you pronounce Hasan?
The pronunciation of Hasan is clear and rhythmic. In German, it is usually pronounced as "Ha-san" [ˈhaːzan]. It begins with a soft H sound and a long A. The second syllable ends with a soft n, giving the name a friendly and balanced sound – an expression of calm strength and clear structure.
Popularity
In Germany, Hasan is among the frequently used first names. Currently, it ranks 302nd on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 1986 with 106th place. In the last ten years, Hasan has been given as a first name about 2,100 times, placing it 329th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 326th.
Nicknames & pet names
Has / Hasa / Hasane / Hase / Hasi / Hasian / Hasko / Haso / Hasosch / Hassy / Hasun / Hasuni / Hazeboy / Hässchen / Häsu
Famous people
- Abdulla Hasan Yousuf (football player from Barbados)
- Ali Hasan Yahya (Qatari footballer)
- Allameh Abul Hasan Sharani (Iranian philosopher)
- Emre Hasan Balci (Australian football player)
- Hasan Abdel Fattah (Jordanian footballer)
- Hasan Al Haidos (Qatari football player)
- Hasan Al Moustafa (Norwegian football player)
- Hasan Al-Rammah (chemist from Germany)
- Hasan Ali Mete (actor)
- Hasan Ayaroglu (football player)
- Hasan Azizul Huq (writer from India)
- Hasan Basri Aydin (writer)
- Hasan Cihat Örter (Turkish composer)
- Hasan Gungor (wrestler from Turkey)
- Hasan Hanafi (Egyptian philosopher)
- Hasan Isaev (Bulgarian wrestler)
- Hasan Kamil Sporel (footballer)
- Hasan Kasikara (footballer)
- Hasan Kilic (Dutch football player)
- Hasan Moshar (artist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Hasan
What does the name Hasan mean?
Hasan is a name of Arabic origin, translated as 'the Good' or 'the Beautiful.' It is derived from the Arabic word 'hasan,' which carries these meanings.
Where does the name Hasan come from?
The name Hasan has its roots in Arabic and is used in various languages, including Bengali, Indonesian, and Turkish. It is particularly common in Muslim and North African communities.
How popular is the name Hasan?
Hasan is one of the most common male first names worldwide, with nearly two million bearers. Its variant Hassan is even more widespread, with about 5.5 million bearers.