Youssouf

“God increases”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7708US 2023

11Births / yr

↓Falling

213All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Youssouf mean and where does it come from?

Youssouf is an Arabic name that is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef (יוסֵף), meaning 'God increases.' It has significant religious importance in Islam, as Youssouf is considered a prophet and is the equivalent of the Biblical Joseph. The name is commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries as well a

Cultural significance

Youssouf has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god increases.

Peak popularity

Reached #5205 in 2018 — currently #7708 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Youssouf?

Youssouf works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Youssouf Grace

How popular is Youssouf right now?

Falling — down 1241 spots — currently #7708 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#7708 · Top 5.7%

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2010

2020

2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7708	11	▼ down 1241 · -21% births
2022	#6467	14	▲ up 4284 · +100% births
2021	#10751	7	▼ down 750
2020	#10001	7	▼ down 3758 · -50% births
2010	#6243	14	▲ up 753 · +27% births
2005	#6996	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Youssouf

Best Year2010Rank #6243

Peak Count14

Average Rank#8028

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2005 - 20236 years

The story of Youssouf

Youssouf is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 213 total births recorded, Youssouf remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6996 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7708 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Youssouf in 2018:

Liam Noah William James Oliver

Youssouf by decade

Youssouf peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	13
2000s	85
2010s ★	108
2020s	7

💎Youssouf has only 213 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Youssouf?

Common

YouYoieYoyUssouf

Famous people named Youssouf

Youssouf (Islamic scholar)

Youssouf bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Youssouf (Quranic figure)

Youssouf appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Youssouf (Arab poet)

Youssouf carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Youssouf (historical Arab ruler)

Youssouf held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

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What names sound and feel like Youssouf?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Youssouf also consider these

Yousuf

Arabic · Arabic

Youssif

Arabic · God increases

Yosuf

Arabic · He will add

Yousef

Arabic · God increases

Yusuf

Arabic · يوسف meaning 'God

Yussuf

Middle Eastern Countries · God will increase

Common questions about the name Youssouf

What does the name Youssouf mean?

Youssouf means "God increases" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Youssouf?

Youssouf is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Youssouf have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Youssouf?

Youssouf originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Youssouf trending right now?

Youssouf is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Youssouf a common or rare name?

Youssouf is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.