Yusufu
Yusufu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Joseph, the Prophet”.
| Meaning | Joseph, the Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Yūsuf |
| Arabic spelling | يوسف |
| Pronunciation | yoo-SOO-foo |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yusufu
Yusufu is the Swahili form of Yūsuf, the Prophet Joseph, with the final -u Swahili adds. His story fills a whole chapter of the Quran, Surat Yūsuf, which the Quran itself calls 'the best of stories'. He is remembered for his beauty, patience and forgiveness of his brothers.
Is Yusufu a Muslim name?
Yes. Yusufu is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Yusuf, the Prophet Joseph.
Is Yusufu in the Quran?
His story begins: 'When Yūsuf said to his father, O my father, I saw eleven stars' (Quran 12:4).
Where is the name Yusufu used?
Used in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
Gifts with the name Yusufu
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Yusufu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yusufu mean?
Yusufu means 'Joseph, the Prophet'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Yūsuf.
Is Yusufu a Muslim name?
Yes. Yusufu is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Yusuf, the Prophet Joseph.
How do you write Yusufu in Arabic?
Yusufu is written يوسف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yusufu?
Yusufu is pronounced yoo-SOO-foo.
Is Yusufu mentioned in the Quran?
His story begins: 'When Yūsuf said to his father, O my father, I saw eleven stars' (Quran 12:4).