Hüseyn

Hüseyn is a masculine given name used in Turkish and Azerbaijani contexts, among others. It is the Turkish form of the Arabic name Husayn (also spelled Hussein, Hussain) and is generally understood as a diminutive or affectionate form related to Hasan, meaning “good” or “beautiful.”

The most prominent bearer of the name in history is Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and the third Shia Imam. His martyrdom at Karbala in 680 CE is a central event in Shia Islam and is commemorated during Ashura; the name carries strong religious resonance in many communities.

Variants and transliterations appear across languages, including Hussein, Husain, Huseyn, and in Turkish especially Hüseyin. In Persian and Urdu contexts the form Hossein or Husayn is common; Arabic-speaking regions often render it as Husayn or Husain. Spelling varies with script and language, but the underlying meaning and association remain consistent.

In contemporary usage, Hüseyn is widely used as a given name in Turkey, Azerbaijan, Iran, and parts of the Arab world, as well as among diaspora communities. It appears in various spellings and may occur in compound personal names.

See also Hasan and Husayn; the name’s popularity reflects its historical and religious associations and its adaptability to different linguistic traditions.