Hassan

Meaning of Hassan

Hassan means "handsome" or "good". It can also mean "benefactor" or "doer of good."

Hassan has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Hassan

Hassan is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #626 in 2025 from #684 in 2000.

Notable people named Hassan

• Hassan Whiteside
  Professional basketball player
• Hassan Nasrallah
  Lebanese political leader
• Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys
  Somali Islamist leader
• Hassan Rouhani
  Former Iranian president
• Hassan Adams
  American basketball player

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Questions about the name Hassan

What does the name Hassan mean?

Hassan means hassan means "handsome" or "good". it can also mean "benefactor" or "doer of good.", and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Hassan a boy's or a girl's name?

Hassan is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Hassan?

In 2025, Hassan ranked #626 for boys, up from #649 the year before.

When was Hassan most popular?

Hassan peaked at #626 in 2025.