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