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Hussam

Boy

Arabic · hoo-SAHM

Origin

Arabic

Pronunciation

hoo-SAHM

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Often associated with sharpness or decisiveness in traditional explanations.

Hussam is a masculine given name used in Arabic-speaking communities and written in Latin script in a variety of ways. In traditional explanations it’s often associated with sharpness or a keen edge, which gives it a strong, decisive set of associations. From an etymology standpoint, Hussam is commonly linked in Arabic references to vocabulary describing a sharp edge—often explained via the imagery of a sword’s edge. Different sources can present slightly different word-forms or glosses, but the overall association remains consistent. Pronunciation is usually hoo-SAHM, with stress on the second syllable. Latin spellings like Hussam/Hossam generally aim to represent the same pronunciation.

Etymology: Commonly linked in Arabic to vocabulary describing a sharp edge (such as a sword’s edge); exact phrasing varies by reference.

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Names with roots in the Arabic language and Arabic-speaking cultures.

Origin

Arabic

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Hossam