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Yousaf

Boy name · 28 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Yousaf: 28 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2018.

Yousaf is the Arabic and Urdu form of Joseph, tracing back to the Hebrew Yosef, meaning “He will add” or “God will increase.” The name carried throughout the Muslim world via the Quranic prophet Yusuf, revered for his beauty and wisdom. A prominent modern bearer is Humza Yousaf, who made history in 2023 as Scotland’s First Minister, and the first person of Pakistani heritage to lead a major UK political party. The surname also appears in Scottish politics through the former MSP Bashir Ahmad. While there is no direct place connection, the name shares roots with Joseph, echoing places like St. Joseph, Missouri. Yousaf is a variant of the more common Yusuf, and its rise in Scotland reflects the country’s growing multicultural fabric.

Boy 7 of 52 years

Peak year
20186 babies
Latest (2025)
#6474 babies
Total births
28since 2004
5-year trend
▲ 20%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2018 · 6
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).