Yusuf

Meaning God increases
Origin Arabic, English
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Yu-suf

About Yusuf

Timeless dignity and cultural richness converge in this name that has traveled across continents and centuries while maintaining its essential character. The prophetic and historical associations lend gravitas and meaning, connecting bearers to a vast tradition of scholarship, leadership, and faith. Yusuf possesses remarkable versatility, equally at home in traditional communities and cosmopolitan urban centers. The phonetic structure ensures accessibility across linguistic boundaries while retaining distinctive identity. Parents choosing this name often value heritage and continuity, seeking to pass forward something substantial and meaningful. The two-syllable rhythm provides completeness and balance, neither too brief nor unnecessarily extended. There's a warmth here, a sense of welcome and generosity that matches the name's pronunciation. Those bearing it often find their name becomes a conversation starter, an opportunity to share cultural heritage and build understanding. The name suggests someone of character and principle, grounded in values that transcend temporary trends. For families seeking to honor tradition while embracing multicultural reality, this choice offers profound resonance and enduring appeal.

Variations of Name Yusuf

Youssef
Yusef
Yossef
Yosuf
Yousuf

Nicknames for Yusuf

Yus
Suf
Yusu
Yussi
Yusuf

Famous People Named Yusuf

Yusuf Islamformerly Cat Stevens - British musician and songwriter
Yusuf PathanIndian cricketer
Yusuf GatewoodAmerican actor
Yusuf Saad KamelQatari middle-distance runner and Olympic medalist
Yusuf HawkinsAfrican-American youth whose murder sparked racial tensions in 1989
Yusuf GrilloNigerian artist and painter
Yusuf AhmedSomali politician and former Prime Minister
Yusuf ShiraziPakistani nuclear physicist
Yusuf DadooSouth African anti-apartheid activist
Yusuf N'dourSenegalese musician and singer

Characters Named Yusuf

Yusuf TazimAssassin's Creed video game series
Yusuf KamaFantastic Beasts film series
Yusuf AmirGrand Theft Auto IV video game
Yusuf CatboyPJ Masks children's animated series
Yusuf KhanMr. Robot TV series
Yusuf "The Sandman" SayyidDC Comics character
Yusuf "Juice" OrtizSons of Anarchy TV series
Yusuf "Yusuke" UrameshiYu Yu Hakusho manga/anime
Yusuf ShakirS.W.A.T. TV series
Yusuf SalimX-Men comic series

Other Popular Names Beginning with Y

Yeriel
Yahye
Yeray
Yehoshua
Yaser
Yerik
Yousef
Yonah
Yidel
Yohan