Yousif
Yousif is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Joseph; 'God increases'”.
| Meaning | Prophet Joseph; 'God increases' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Yosef |
| Arabic spelling | يوسف |
| Pronunciation | YOO-sif |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yousif
Yousif is a spelling of Yūsuf common in Iraq, Sudan and the Gulf, reflecting local pronunciation. Yūsuf is the Prophet Joseph, whose story fills Surah 12 of the Quran and who is remembered for his beauty, patience and forgiveness of his brothers. The Hebrew original, Yosef, is usually explained as 'He [God] will add'.
Is Yousif a Muslim name?
Yes. Yousif is a Muslim name, a spelling of Yusuf, the Prophet Joseph.
Is Yousif in the Quran?
Surah 12 is named after him and begins his story: 'We relate to you the best of stories' (Quran 12:3).
Where is the name Yousif used?
Common in Iraq, Sudan, Kuwait and Bahrain.
Gifts with the name Yousif
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Spellings and variants of Yousif
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yousif mean?
Yousif means 'Prophet Joseph; 'God increases''. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Yosef.
Is Yousif a Muslim name?
Yes. Yousif is a Muslim name, a spelling of Yusuf, the Prophet Joseph.
How do you write Yousif in Arabic?
Yousif is written يوسف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yousif?
Yousif is pronounced YOO-sif.
Is Yousif mentioned in the Quran?
Surah 12 is named after him and begins his story: 'We relate to you the best of stories' (Quran 12:3).