Yousuf
Meaning of Yousuf
The name Yousuf, pronounced as yo-SOOF (/juˈsuf/), is a male given name of Arabic origin. It is a variant of the name Yusuf, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning "God will add" or "God increases." The name is widely recognized in various cultures and languages, including its variations such as Youssef and Yusuf. In Islamic tradition, Yousuf holds significant importance as it refers to the Prophet Joseph, who is a revered figure known for his wisdom and beauty. The popularity of the name Yousuf has seen fluctuations over the years in the United States; it ranked 1,889th in 2023 with 83 occurrences and had notable presence since the late 20th century. Despite its modest ranking, Yousuf remains a timeless choice for parents seeking a meaningful and culturally rich name for their child.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as yo-SOOF (/juˈsuf/)
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Notable People Named Yousuf
| Yousuf Karsh was a renowned Canadian photographer celebrated for his iconic portraits of prominent figures, earning him the title of one of the greatest portrait photographers of the 20th century. |
| Yousuf Shaaban - Youssef Shaaban Shemis was a renowned Egyptian actor. |
| Yousuf Khan, also known as Dilip Kumar, was one of Pakistan's most respected actors, appearing in over 400 films in Urdu, Punjabi, and Pashto languages during his 46-year career. |
| Mian Yousuf Salahuddin, also known as Yousaf Salli, is a prominent Pakistani socialite, philanthropist, and former politician hailing from Lahore. |
| Yousuf Shaaban Al-Busaidi, also known as Yousuf Shaaban, is a well-known Omani footballer currently playing for Dhofar S.C.S.C. |
| Yousuf Abdul Razack Mohamed, also known as Yousuf Mohamed, was a prominent Mauritian Senior Counsel and politician. |
| Yousuf Khan is an Afghan cricketer who made his List A debut for Nangarhar Province in the 2019 Afghanistan Provincial Challenge Cup tournament on 4 August 2019. |
