Yusef Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYOO-sef / /juːˈsɛf/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: God increases; Hebrew: He will add
Historical & Cultural Background
Yusef is a variant of Joseph, which has significant religious importance in both Christianity and Islam. In the Islamic tradition, Yusef is known for his story in the Quran, where he is recognized for his beauty and wisdom. The name has been widely used across various cultures and languages, often symbolizing prosperity and growth.
Trend Summary
Yusef has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yusuf
- Yousuf
- Yossef
International Variants
- Youssef (Arabic)
- Josef (German)
- Giuseppe (Italian)
- José (Spanish)
- Yosef (Hebrew)
Famous people named Yusef
Yusef Lateef was an American jazz musician known for his innovative contributions to the genre.
Fictional characters named Yusef
Yusef is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard' who is depicted as a wise elder.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yusef was first seen in the United States in 1962. Yusef has ranked as high as #1256 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Yusef has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yusef (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 21 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 42 |
| 1972 | 56 |
| 1973 | 52 |
| 1974 | 37 |
| 1975 | 45 |
| 1976 | 55 |
| 1977 | 43 |
| 1978 | 43 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 53 |
| 1995 | 48 |
| 1996 | 53 |
| 1997 | 50 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 51 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 58 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 65 |
| 2006 | 81 |
| 2007 | 88 |
| 2008 | 82 |
| 2009 | 69 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 69 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 76 |
| 2015 | 75 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 63 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 69 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2024 | 104 |