Yusef
BoyArabic
Yusef is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "God will increase, He will add".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
God will increase, He will add
Etymology
Arabic variant of Yosef or Yusuf, from Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'he will add' or 'God will increase'.
Famous People Named Yusef
- Yusef of Morocco — Sultan of Morocco (1882-1927)
- Yusef Lateef — American jazz multi-instrumentalist, composer, educator and spokesman for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (1920–2013)
- Yusef Komunyakaa — American poet and academic (born 1947)
Frequently Asked Questions About Yusef
What does the name Yusef mean?
Yusef means "God will increase, He will add", and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of the name Yusef?
Yusef originates from Arabic, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Yusef a boy or girl name?
Yusef is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Yusef associated with?
Yusef is associated with Islamic.
Are there famous people named Yusef?
Yes — notable people named Yusef include Yusef of Morocco (Sultan of Morocco, 1882-1927), Yusef Lateef (American jazz multi-instrumentalist, 1920–2013) and Yusef Komunyakaa (American poet and academic, born 1947).
Last updated: June 2026