Youssef
/YOHOOS-sehf/ Arabic Male
Meaning & Origin
Youssef is a Arabic name meaning "Youssef means "God increases" or "God will add". It symbolizes growth, prosperity, and divine blessing.". Youssef originates from the Hebrew name Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning "He will add". It is related to the root verb *yasaf* (יָסַף) meaning "to add" or "to increase".
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Male
Phonetic YOHOOS-sehf
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as YOHOOS-sehf. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Youssef
- · Youssef Chahine - Egyptian Film Director
- · Youssef Nabil - Egyptian Artist
- · Youssef Rakha - Egyptian Writer
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