Yousuf Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yousuf is an Arabic name derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning 'He will add.' The name has evolved through various forms, maintaining its significance across cultures. It is associated with traits like wisdom and leadership and has biblical relevance due to its connection with the figure of Joseph in religious texts.
The name Yousuf is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yousuf has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yousuf' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5888th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2927th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1869th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yousuf' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yousuf"
Pronunciation
/juːˈsʌf/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Yousuf is derived from the Arabic form of Joseph, which comes from the Hebrew name Yosef meaning 'He will add.'
Meaning
He will add
Language Evolution
Yosef (Hebrew), Yusuf (Arabic), Yousuf (Arabic variant)
Biblical Background
Yousuf is the Arabic version of Joseph, a significant figure in the Bible and the Quran.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world due to its biblical roots and the prominence of Joseph in religious texts.
Variants & Derivatives
Yusuf, Yousif, Yossef, Joe
Modern Popularity & Image
Yousuf is a widely recognized name in many cultures, often associated with positive traits such as wisdom and leadership.
Famous People
Yousuf Karsh (photographer), Yousuf Makki (cricketer), Yousuf Pathan (cricketer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yousuf"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Yousuf"
"Yousuf" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5888th of 16616 | 109 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2927th of 24088 | 567 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1869th of 23106 | 988 |
Regional Popularity of "Yousuf" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
- | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.40% 2172nd/4582 |
36.93% 1907th/5164 |
45.59% 3334th/7313 |
32.17% 2401st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.87% 1708th/3984 |
30.24% 1357th/4487 |
26.88% 1834th/6822 |
27.63% 1734th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yousuf" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yousuf"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yousuf" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.