"beautiful, good, virtuous"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Husna
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An Arabic name meaning the most beautiful and virtuous
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"the most beautiful"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Husna
Husna is an Arabic name derived from 'husn,' meaning beauty, goodness, and virtue. It is the feminine superlative form of 'hasan' (good, beautiful), making Husna mean 'the most beautiful' or 'supremely good.' In Islamic tradition, 'Al-Husna' refers to the 99 beautiful names of Allah, further adding spiritual significance to this already meaningful name.
Husna is widely used across Muslim communities globally, from the Middle East and North Africa to South and Southeast Asia. It is particularly common in East Africa among Swahili-speaking Muslim communities.
In Islam, 'Al-Asma ul-Husna' (The Most Beautiful Names) refers to the 99 names of Allah. A daughter named Husna carries this divine association with beauty and goodness, making it a deeply blessed name in Islamic tradition.
Historical Record
Husna first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 709 babies have been named Husna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Husna is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,049 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- 'Al-Asma ul-Husna' refers to the 99 Most Beautiful Names of Allah in Islamic tradition
- Husna is one of the most common female names in East Africa, particularly in Tanzania and Kenya
Husna in Other Languages
Urdu
حسنا
Arabic
حسنا
Swahili
Husna
Turkish
Hüsna
Popularity Over Time
#3,049
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,049
- Total SSA Count
- 53
- Cultural Origins
- Muslim Arabic South Asian Swahili
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Hus
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Frequently Asked Questions About Husna
What does the name Husna mean?
"beautiful, good, virtuous" (from Arabic). "the most beautiful" (from Arabic). Husna is an Arabic name derived from 'husn,' meaning beauty, goodness, and virtue. It is the feminine superlative form of 'hasan' (good, beautiful), making Husna mean 'the most beautiful' or 'supremely good.' In Islamic tradition, 'Al-Husna' refers to the 99 beautiful names of Allah, further adding spiritual significance to this already meaningful name.
What is the origin of the name Husna?
Husna has Arabic, Muslim, South Asian, and Swahili origins. In Arabic, it means "beautiful, good, virtuous". In Arabic, it means "the most beautiful".
Is Husna a boy or girl name?
Husna is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Husna?
Husna is currently ranked #3049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Husna?
Common nicknames for Husna include Hus.
What are good middle names for Husna?
Popular middle name pairings include Husna Fatima, Husna Noor, Husna Layla, Husna Sara, and Husna Zara.
What are good sibling names for Husna?
Names that pair well with Husna as siblings include Ayaan, Ibrahim, Zara, Amara, and Yusuf.
How many syllables does Husna have?
Husna has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Husna a common or rare name?
Husna is an uncommon name, ranked #3049 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Husna
Husna is a girl name with Muslim, Arabic, South Asian, and Swahili origins . The name means "beautiful, good, virtuous" in Arabic .
Husna is currently ranked #3,049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Husna has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Husna include Hus. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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