Yossef
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Yossef first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 169 babies have been named Yossef in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yossef is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,132 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,132
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Yossef
Yossef is a boy name .
Yossef is currently ranked #15,132 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yossef include Yos, Yoss, Yossy, Yossie, Yoy, Yoie, and Yoskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Yossef include Yossi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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