Husseins

Husseins refers to people who bear the given name Hussein or the surname Hussein; it is the plural form used in English when discussing multiple individuals. The given name Hussein is an Arabic form of Husayn, itself a diminutive of Hasan, traditionally interpreted as “handsome” or “good.” The name carries religious and historical associations with Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, whose martyrdom at Karbala is a central event in Islamic history and holds particular significance for Shia communities, though the name is widely used across Muslim communities.

In usage, Hussein and its variants are common in the Arab world and in Muslim populations worldwide. Spelling variants include Husayn, Husain, Husain, and Hasan, reflecting regional pronunciations and transliteration choices. The name is especially prevalent in Jordan, Iraq, Bahrain, Kuwait, Syria, Egypt, Pakistan, Somalia, and in diaspora communities in Europe and North America.

Notable bearers of the name include historical figures such as Hussein bin Ali (1854–1931), Sharif of Mecca and founder of the Hashemite dynasty, and Hussein bin Talal (1935–1999), King of Jordan from 1952 to 1999. As a surname, Hussein occurs in various regions and may indicate lineage or familial naming rather than a single origin.

See also: Hussein (name), Husayn, Hashemite.