Youssef
يوسفMay he add; Arabic form of Joseph
Boy namesMeaning of Youssef
May he add; Arabic form of Joseph
Youssef is a familiar French-language transliteration; Yusuf is another widely used spelling of the same Arabic name.
At a glance
- Usage
- Boy names
- Origin
- International
- First Arabic letter
- ي
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- YOO-sef
- Other spellings
- Yusuf · Yusef · Joseph
How to write and say Youssef
- In Arabic
- يوسف
- In Latin letters
- Youssef
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Youssef?
- Youssef and Yusuf are Latin spellings of the same Arabic name, giving multilingual families a spelling choice to discuss.
- The Arabic form يوسف stays the same even when the Latin spelling changes.
- If the name's association with the Joseph tradition matters to your family, confirm the history and meaning in the sources before choosing it.
Questions about Youssef
What does Youssef mean?
May he add; Arabic form of Joseph
How do you write Youssef in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are يوسف in Arabic and Youssef in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Youssef?
Our recorded alternatives are Yusuf · Yusef · Joseph. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Youssef pronounced?
Our approximate guide is YOO-sef. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Are Youssef and Yusuf the same name?
They are two Latin spellings commonly used for the Arabic name يوسف. Pronunciation and official spelling can differ by family and country.