Rising since 1995, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Yusif since 1992
Babies named Yusif per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 105 |
| 2010s | 196 |
| 2020s | 82 |
Meaning & origin
Yusif is an Arabic variant of Joseph, passed down through Islamic tradition as the name of a revered prophet. First recorded in the U.S. in 1992, it has been rising in usage since 1995, reaching a peak rank of 5,608 in 2025 with a 1 in 106,755 incidence. The name saw its highest ranking as early as 2016, when it ranked higher than in subsequent years, though the overall trajectory shows increasing adoption. Despite not being among the most popular names, Yusif carries deep religious and cultural significance, particularly in Muslim communities. Its steady, though modest, rise reflects broader trends of diverse naming practices in the United States.
Yusif is an Arabic variant of Joseph, derived from the Hebrew name Yosef meaning 'he will add' or 'God will increase.' In Islamic tradition, Yusuf (also spelled Yusif) is a prophet and a central figure in the Quran's Surah Yusuf. The variant Yusif reflects a common transliteration of the Arabic pronunciation, particularly in regions like West Africa.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yusi, Sif
Sibling names for Yusif
Names that share Yusif's style, for a brother or sister.
