Yousuf
2025 SSA
About Yousuf
Yousuf is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant transliteration of Yusuf (يوسف), which is the Arabic form of Joseph. The name means 'God increases' or 'God will add.' It appears in both the Quran and Bible, where Yusuf/Joseph is revered as a prophet known for his remarkable beauty, wisdom, and ability to interpret dreams. Yousuf remains particularly popular in Muslim communities across the Middle East, South Asia, and among Muslim diaspora worldwide. The name carries spiritual significance while offering international recognition. Notable bearers include Pakistani cricket legend Yousuf Youhana (later Mohammad Yousuf) and acclaimed Indian photographer Yousuf Karsh.
Pronounced YOO-suf.
As of October 2026, Yousuf ranked #1824 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1698 in 2022.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,856 | 80 | 41.6 |
| 2015 | #1,845 | 81 | 42.3 |
| 2016 | #1,861 | 81 | 42.7 |
| 2017 | #1,934 | 75 | 40.5 |
| 2018 | #1,854 | 82 | 45.2 |
| 2019 | #1,752 | 90 | 50.2 |
| 2020 | #1,706 | 92 | 53.3 |
| 2021 | #2,056 | 72 | 41.2 |
| 2022 | #1,698 | 101 | 57.8 |
| 2023 | #1,895 | 84 | 49.1 |
| 2024 | #1,802 | 91 | 52.8 |
| 2025 | #1,824 | 88 | 51.5 |