boy · Arabic

Yusuf

/YU-suf/

Meaning: God increases

Yusuf at a glance

Meaning: God increases
Origin: Arabic
Religion: Muslim
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: YU-suf
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Yoosuf, Yoosoof, Yusun, Yoosoo, Yoosuya, Yusuna

Lucky details for Yusuf

Number: 7
Color: Sea Green
Stone: Amethyst
Flower: Water Lily
Day: Monday
Planet: Neptune
Zodiac: Pisces
Metal: Platinum

Yusuf is a Arabic name meaning “god increases”. Parents choose Yusuf for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Yusuf reduce to 7, a number linked with Neptune and with people who are insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 7 — Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning.

Personality

Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning

Positive Traits

Insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker

Negative Traits

Needs quiet time and can seem distant when overwhelmed

Career Suggestions

Science, psychology, writing, film, philosophy

Nicknames

Yusi Yusu Yusy Yuy

Middle Names

Yash Yoosuf Yoossoof

Sibling Names

Aaliyah Amyra Faatimia Inayia

Compatible Names

Abdullah Adaamya Amirrie Beelaal Haarys Idreesie

FAQs about the name Yusuf

What does the name Yusuf mean?

Yusuf means “god increases” and comes from a Arabic root.

Is Yusuf a boy or girl name?

Yusuf is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Yusuf?

Yusuf is pronounced YU-suf (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Yusuf?

The lucky number for Yusuf is 7, ruled by Neptune.

What are good nicknames for Yusuf?

Popular short forms include Yusi, Yusu, Yusy, Yuy.