Yussuf, of Arabic origin, is derived from the Semitic root 'wsf', meaning 'to add' or 'increase'. This name holds significant importance in Islamic culture as it is one of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. It is believed to have been used by one of Prophet Muhammad's companions and was also the name of his grandson. In many Muslim communities, Yussuf is considered a noble and revered name.
"The name Yussuf had a notable increase in popularity between 2007 and 2010, with the highest number of births occurring in 2010. Since then, its popularity has fluctuated but remained relatively stable."