Yousouf
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Yousouf is an Arabic name meaning “God will add”. It is a rare name, overwhelmingly used for boys.
Meaning & Origin of the name Yousouf
Yousouf is a widely recognized Arabic variant of the ancient Hebrew name Joseph. The name Joseph itself means "God will add" or "God will increase," derived from the Hebrew root yasaf. Yousouf holds immense significance across Abrahamic religions, prominently featured in the Qur'an as Prophet Yusuf (the biblical Joseph, son of Jacob), known for his wisdom, patience, and ability to interpret dreams.
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Gender Usage of the Name Yousouf
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Yousouf is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. We currently have 8 recorded bearers (8 male and 0 female). While the current records suggest this pattern, the sample remains limited and should be interpreted with caution.
Popularity of the Name Yousouf
Overall PopularityMethodology
Yousouf is listed under Rare Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity is relatively consistent across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | — |
| United Kingdom | Rare | 1 in every 8.53M births |
| Canada | Uncommon | 1 in every 3.27M births |
| Australia | — | — |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Yousouf was last recorded at #10,174 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2017) and has not appeared in the latest official-year lists for major markets.
Historically, its best recorded position was #5,742 in 2001. Its lowest recorded position was #10,174 in 2017. Over the last 19 years (1998–2017) the name fell -2906 places (from #7,268 to #10,174).
Characteristics of the Name Yousouf
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 7 letters — Long Boy Names
- Starts with
- Y — Boy Names Starting with Y
- Ends with
- f — Boy Names Ending in “f”
Name AestheticMethodology
Yousouf is characterized by a two-syllable, initially stressed phonetic profile that feels balanced and deliberate. The use of elongated vowel sounds lends the name an Elegant & Timeless quality, reminiscent of figures such as the Prophet Yusuf. Its rhythmic stability gives it a stately and enduring character.
Middle Names For Yousouf
Middle names used with YousoufMethodology
Yousouf is most frequently used with: Yousouf Walid
Middle name suggestions for YousoufMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Yousouf is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “a”.
Examples: Yousouf Allen · Yousouf Allan · Yousouf Alvin · Yousouf Asher · Yousouf Anson. View all 74 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Yousouf
Sound Like Yousouf Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Yusuf · Yousef · Youssef · View all 47 names
Spelled Like Yousouf Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Youssouf · Yousuf · Yousof · View all 5 names
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Eugene · Yusuf · Ewan · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Yousouf Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Joseph · Ralph · Jeff · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Robert · Michael · William · View all Top 100 names
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How to Spell Yousouf in ASL
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