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Name Origin

Hassan is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'handsome' or 'good-looking'. It is derived from the Arabic root word 'hasana', which means 'to be beautiful' or 'to be good'.

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Famous People

Hassan ibn Thabit (560-669)

Poet

  • Considered one of the greatest poets in early Islam.
  • Known for his satirical poems against opponents of the Prophet Muhammad.

Hassan Rouhani (1948-)

Politician

  • President of Iran from 2013 to 2021.
  • Played a key role in negotiating the Iran nuclear deal.

Hassan al-Banna (1906-1949)

Islamic Scholar and Activist

  • Founder of the Muslim Brotherhood.
  • A prominent figure in the Islamic revival movement.

Hassan Nasrallah (1960-)

Political and Religious Leader

  • Secretary-General of Hezbollah since 1992.
  • A influential figure in Lebanese politics and the wider Middle East.