Yusif
Yusif is a Muslim boy name meaning “Joseph; God increases”.
| Meaning | Joseph; God increases |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic), Azerbaijani/Iraqi form |
| Arabic spelling | يوسف |
| Pronunciation | YOO-sif |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yusif
Yusif is a form of Yūsuf, the Prophet Joseph, whose story fills an entire surah of the Quran. This spelling reflects the pronunciation in Azerbaijan, Iraq and Sudan, where the final vowel is softened to i. The name is traditionally explained as 'God will add' or 'God increases'.
Is Yusif a Muslim name?
Yes. Yusif is a form of Yusuf, the name of a prophet whose story is told in Surah Yusuf.
Is Yusif in the Quran?
Surah Yusuf opens his story: 'When Yusuf said to his father, O my father, I saw eleven stars, and the sun and the moon' (Quran 12:4).
Where is the name Yusif used?
Common in Azerbaijan, Iraq and Sudan.
Gifts with the name Yusif
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yusif mean?
Yusif means 'Joseph; God increases'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic), Azerbaijani/Iraqi form.
Is Yusif a Muslim name?
Yes. Yusif is a form of Yusuf, the name of a prophet whose story is told in Surah Yusuf.
How do you write Yusif in Arabic?
Yusif is written يوسف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yusif?
Yusif is pronounced YOO-sif.
Is Yusif mentioned in the Quran?
Surah Yusuf opens his story: 'When Yusuf said to his father, O my father, I saw eleven stars, and the sun and the moon' (Quran 12:4).