Yousuf

The name Yousuf represents a variant of Yusuf, which is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Josef. It has Hebrew roots and carries the meaning 'God may add', which can be understood in the sense that God adds another son.

What does the name Yousuf mean?

Yousuf is a form of Yusuf, the Arabic variant of Josef. The name has Hebrew origins and means 'God may add', referring to the addition of another son. Alternative spellings of Yousuf or Yusuf include Jussuf, Jusuf, Yosef, Yossef, Yousef, Youssef, Yusef, and Yussuf.

Where does the name Yousuf come from?

The origin of the name Yousuf lies in the Hebrew name Josef, which is composed of the ancient Hebrew components jo, meaning 'God', and jasaf, meaning 'to add' or 'to increase'.

How do you pronounce Yousuf?

The pronunciation of Yousuf is soft and flowing, consisting of two syllables. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'You-suf' [ˈjuːzʊf], with the name starting with a long U sound that conveys a certain depth. The second syllable ends with a gentle f sound. This soft ending gives the name a calm note. Yousuf has a traditional and harmonious sound - a name with clear structure and stable presence.

When is the name day of Yousuf?

The name day of Yousuf is celebrated on March 19 and May 1.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Yousuf enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 839th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2022, when it reached 592nd place. Over the past ten years, the name Yousuf has been given approximately 520 times, placing it 852nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 993rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Yousi

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