Hassan
Hassan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Hassan
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
From Arabic حَسَّان (ḥassān, “doer of good”).
How popular is Hassan?
Since 1880, 7 girls and 12,300 boys in the U.S. have been named Hassan (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7920 in 1978. Its highest rank for boys was #626 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #626 for boys, with 447 babies given the name.
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Hassan FAQ
What does the name Hassan mean?
A male given name from Arabic. From Arabic حَسَّان (ḥassān, “doer of good”).
What is the origin of the name Hassan?
Hassan is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Hassan?
Since 1880, 7 girls and 12,300 boys in the U.S. have been named Hassan (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7920 in 1978. Its highest rank for boys was #626 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #626 for boys, with 447 babies given the name.
Is Hassan a boy or girl name?
Hassan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 7 girls and 12,300 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.