Youcef
Youcef is a Muslim boy name meaning “The Prophet Joseph”.
| Meaning | The Prophet Joseph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Algerian spelling of Yusuf |
| Arabic spelling | يوسف |
| Pronunciation | YOO-sef |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Youcef
Youcef is the Algerian French spelling of Yūsuf, the Prophet Joseph, whose story fills an entire chapter of the Quran. The c stands for the s sound in French. Yūsuf is admired for his patience, chastity and forgiveness of his brothers, and is one of the most loved names in Algeria.
Is Youcef a Muslim name?
Yes. Youcef is the Algerian spelling of Yusuf, the Prophet Joseph.
Is Youcef in the Quran?
'When Yūsuf said to his father: O my father, I saw eleven stars' (Quran 12:4).
Where is the name Youcef used?
Very common in Algeria.
Gifts with the name Youcef
- Youcef name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Youcef
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Youcef mean?
Youcef means 'The Prophet Joseph'. It comes from Arabic, Algerian spelling of Yusuf.
Is Youcef a Muslim name?
Yes. Youcef is the Algerian spelling of Yusuf, the Prophet Joseph.
How do you write Youcef in Arabic?
Youcef is written يوسف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Youcef?
Youcef is pronounced YOO-sef.
Is Youcef mentioned in the Quran?
'When Yūsuf said to his father: O my father, I saw eleven stars' (Quran 12:4).