Youssef
Youssef is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
God will add (or increase).
Origin and history
Youssef is a classic Arabic name derived from the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning 'God will add'. It is a widely used name across the Muslim world and Middle Eastern communities. In the United States, its popularity has grown steadily among parents looking for a traditional yet global name.
Popularity in the United States
3,705 babies in the United States have been named Youssef since 1880. It ranks #2098 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1256.
States where it is most popular
- NY (23.1 %)
- CA (15.9 %)
- NJ (12.3 %)
- FL (11.1 %)
- MI (9.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 90 |
| 1990-2000 | 378 |
| 2000-2010 | 928 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,582 |
| 2020-2029 | 716 |
Famous people named Youssef
- Youssef Chahine: Film Director, Screenwriter
- Youssef En-Nesyri: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Surah Yusuf is an entire chapter in the Quran dedicated to the story of the prophet Joseph.
- Youssef is a common French-influenced transliteration of the Arabic name Yusuf.