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BoyArabic

Yusuf

YOO-suhf

Popularity

#475

stable

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

10,755

Peak Year

#645 in 2024

First Recorded

1949

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

The Arabic form of Joseph, meaning 'God will increase'. It is a significant name in Islam.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Yusuf Islam

    English singer-songwriter and philanthropist (formerly Cat Stevens).

  • Yusuf ibn Ayyub Salah ad-Din

    Also known as Saladin, Muslim leader and Sultan of Egypt.

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Personality Traits

WisePatientKindCompassionate

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