The nameYousef

Yousef is an Arabic form of Joseph.

Meaning

From the Hebrew Yosef, "God will add".

Origin

Arabic, of Hebrew origin.

History

In France it has been given in small numbers since the late 1940s.

Popularity of the name Yousef

Yousef in France

1393rdmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (20 births)
560babies named Yousef in France since 1900
01020 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Yousef was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 145 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Yousef. Its rise began around 1949, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Yousef in France were born before 1997.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yousef mean?

From the Hebrew Yosef, "God will add".

What is the origin of the name Yousef?

Arabic, of Hebrew origin.

Is Yousef a girl's or a boy's name?

Yousef is a boy's name.