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Hussein vs Ammar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ammar

Boy #1,511 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"builder, one who populates"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Islamic South Asian North African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,511
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hussein Rank #1,654
Ammar Rank #1,511

Ammar is more popular, ranked #1511 vs #1654 for Hussein.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hussein or Ammar more popular?

Ammar is more popular, ranked #1511 compared to Hussein at #1654 in the United States.

What do Hussein and Ammar mean?

Hussein means "good, beautiful, handsome" (Arabic origin). Ammar means "builder, one who populates" (Arabic origin).

Are Hussein and Ammar boy or girl names?

Hussein is primarily a boy name. Ammar is primarily a boy name.

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