Yousuf
Yousuf 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-suf |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yousuf
Yousuf is a South Asian spelling of Yūsuf, the Prophet Joseph. His story in the Quran tells of his brothers' jealousy, his years in Egypt, his patience under false accusation and his eventual reunion with his father Jacob. The name is traditionally explained from Hebrew as 'He [God] will add'.
Is Yousuf a Muslim name?
Yes. Yousuf is a Muslim name, a spelling of Yusuf, the name of a Prophet.
Is Yousuf in the Quran?
Surah 12 tells his story: 'We relate to you the best of stories' (Quran 12:3).
Where is the name Yousuf used?
Common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, and the South Asian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Yousuf
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Spellings and variants of Yousuf
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yousuf mean?
Yousuf means 'Prophet Joseph; 'God increases''. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Yosef.
Is Yousuf a Muslim name?
Yes. Yousuf is a Muslim name, a spelling of Yusuf, the name of a Prophet.
How do you write Yousuf in Arabic?
Yousuf is written يوسف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yousuf?
Yousuf is pronounced YOO-suf.
Is Yousuf mentioned in the Quran?
Surah 12 tells his story: 'We relate to you the best of stories' (Quran 12:3).