TheNameDBHassan Bey
OtherMeaning
Hassan (the good one) with Bey (a Turkish title of respect meaning lord or chief).
Etymology
Hassan derives from Arabic 'Hasan' meaning 'good' or 'handsome', while Bey is a Turkish title of authority and respect. The combination represents a titled individual rather than a hereditary surname.
About the Hassan Bey Surname
A combination of an Arabic given name with a Turkish honorific title rather than a traditional hereditary surname. The designation indicates social status and authority in Ottoman and Arab contexts.
Distribution
Found in Ottoman Turkish territories and Arab regions, particularly in historical administrative contexts.
Notable Bearers
Various Ottoman and Arab historical figures; the combination represents a title rather than a fixed surname