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Husam

Boy name · Arabic

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Husam is an Arabic boy name meaning “sword”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Husam has the name Sam hiding inside it.
  • GenerationHusam peaked in 1996, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Husam you'd meet today is about 29 years old.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Husam would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 344,828 baby boys got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryHusam first shows up in US birth records in 1978, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 47 years since.
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US births per million boys, 1978–2025

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Husam

Husam is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “sword”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Husam

What does the name Husam mean?

Husam means “sword” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Saif (“sword”), Hossam (“sword”), Muhannad (“sword”) and Sefu (“sword”).

What is the origin of the name Husam?

Husam is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).

Is Husam a boy or girl name?

Husam is a boy name. In 2025, 5 US boys were named Husam.

How popular is the name Husam?

Husam ranked #12,008 for US boys in 2025, given to 5 babies. Its best year was 1996, when it reached #4,022. Over the last five years it has slipped 5,712 places.

What names are similar to Husam?

If you like Husam, you might also like Saif, Hossam, Muhannad and Sefu.

What should I know before naming my baby Husam?

Husam is an Arabic boy name meaning “sword”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.