The nameYoucef
Youcef is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, the North African form of Joseph. It means "God will add".
- Boy's name
- Hebrew
- Feast day
Meaning
Youcef comes from the Hebrew Yosef, "God will add", through the Arabic Yusuf.
Origin
Hebrew, through Arabic.
History
The name is given steadily in France. Boys named Youcef celebrate their name day on Saint Joseph's feast.
Popularity of the name Youcef
Youcef in France
Youcef was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,915 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Youcef. Its rise began around 1962, and it peaked in 2015. Half of all babies named Youcef in France were born before 2004. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 130 births a year on average, against 186 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Youcef in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Youcef mean?
Youcef comes from the Hebrew Yosef, "God will add", through the Arabic Yusuf.
What is the origin of the name Youcef?
Hebrew, through Arabic.
Is Youcef a girl's or a boy's name?
Youcef is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Youcef?
Variants and related names of Youcef include Joseph.