YOO-suf
/ˈjuːsʊf/4.9(587)
What Does Yusuf Mean?
Yusuf means "God increases, God will add".
Different Meanings of Yusuf (2)
- 1God increases
- 2God will add
Yusuf is the Arabic form of Joseph, meaning "God will increase" or "God adds." The story of Prophet Yusuf is considered the most beautiful story in the Quran (Surah Yusuf).
Etymology and Historical Origins
From Hebrew יוֹסֵף (Yosef) from the root y-s-f meaning "to add, to increase." God will add is the traditional meaning, referring to the blessing of more children.
How to Pronounce Yusuf
YOO-suf
Syllables: Yu-suf
IPA: /ˈjuːsʊf/
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Yusuf in Other Scripts
Arabic
يوسف
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یوسف
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What does Yusuf mean?
Yusuf means "God will increase" or "God adds." It is the Arabic name of Prophet Joseph, whose story fills an entire Surah of the Quran.
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