Humayuns

Humayuns is the plural form of the given name Humayun, used for multiple people bearing the name. The name itself derives from Persian origins and is often interpreted to mean “the fortunate” or “blessed.” In South Asia, Humayun has been a historically prominent given name, most notably associated with the Mughal emperor Humayun.

The most well-known bearer is Humayun (1508–1556), the second emperor of the Mughal dynasty. He was the son of Babur and reigned over the Mughal realm from 1530 to 1540, and again from 1555 to 1556. After losing most of his empire to Sher Shah Suri in 1540, he went into exile, first within the Indian subcontinent and later at the court of the Shah of Iran. With Persian support, he regained the throne in 1555 and briefly reunified much of northern India, though his death in 1556 curtailed further campaigns. His son Akbar eventually consolidated Mughal rule and expanded the empire.

Humayun’s Tomb, an enduring monument in Delhi, commemorates the emperor. Commissioned by his widow, Hamida Banu Begum, and designed by Persian architects, it was completed in the late 16th century and is regarded as a landmark in Mughal architecture, later influencing the design of other royal tombs. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage property and part of the greater Mughal-era landscape surrounding Delhi.

In contemporary usage, Humayun remains a common given name in parts of South Asia, and the plural form Humayuns may reference multiple individuals who bear the name. The historical figure of Humayun, however, is the central association for most references.