Youssef

Youssef: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Youssef

  • A male given name.

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic يُوسِف (yūsif).

How popular is Youssef?

110U.S. babies in 2025
#1042peak rank (2016)
3,705babies since 1880

Since 1880, 3,705 boys in the U.S. have been named Youssef. Its highest rank for boys was #1042 in 2016. In 2025, 110 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Youssef FAQ

What does the name Youssef mean?

A male given name. Borrowed from Arabic يُوسِف (yūsif).

What is the origin of the name Youssef?

Youssef is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Youssef?

Since 1880, 3,705 boys in the U.S. have been named Youssef. Its highest rank for boys was #1042 in 2016. In 2025, 110 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Youssef a boy or girl name?

Youssef is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,705 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.