"God will increase"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Arabic
Yusupha
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A Prophetic name rooted in West African Islamic heritage
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Meaning & Origin
"God adds"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Yusupha
Yusupha is a West African — particularly Gambian and Senegalese — adaptation of the Arabic name Yusuf, itself the Arabic form of the Hebrew Yosef/Joseph, meaning 'God will increase' or 'God adds.' The Prophetic name Yusuf holds immense significance in Islam as the name of a Prophet famous for his beauty, wisdom, and resilience, celebrated in both the Quran and the Bible. The distinctive -pha ending marks this as a Mandinka or Wolof linguistic adaptation, reflecting how the Muslim communities of the Senegambia region made the name their own.
Yusupha is a common given name across The Gambia and Senegal, where Islam is the predominant religion and Prophetic names carry deep spiritual and cultural significance.
Carries the spiritual weight of the Prophet Yusuf's story — a tale of patience, forgiveness, and divine favor — and reflects the deep Islamic heritage of West Africa's Senegambian region.
Historical Record
Yusupha first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 6 babies have been named Yusupha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yusupha is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #18,171 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yusuf/Joseph is one of only two people given an entire chapter in both the Quran and the Bible
- The Gambia has one of the highest concentrations of the Yusupha spelling in the world
- Prophet Yusuf is described in the Quran as having been given half of all the world's beauty
Yusupha in Other Languages
Arabic
Yusuf
French
Joseph
Hebrew
Yosef
English
Joseph
Spanish
Jose
Popularity Over Time
#18,171
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Yusupha
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Prophet revered in Islam and Judaism whose story is told in both the Quran and the Bible
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #18,171
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Gambian Senegalese Mandinka Wolof West African
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Yusu
Supha
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yusupha
What does the name Yusupha mean?
"God will increase" (from Hebrew). "God adds" (from Hebrew). Yusupha is a West African — particularly Gambian and Senegalese — adaptation of the Arabic name Yusuf, itself the Arabic form of the Hebrew Yosef/Joseph, meaning 'God will increase' or 'God adds.' The Prophetic name Yusuf holds immense significance in Islam as the name of a Prophet famous for his beauty, wisdom, and resilience, celebrated in both the Quran and the Bible. The distinctive -pha ending marks this as a Mandinka or Wolof linguistic adaptation, reflecting how the Muslim communities of the Senegambia region made the name their own.
What is the origin of the name Yusupha?
Yusupha has Hebrew, Gambian, Senegalese, Mandinka, Wolof, and West African origins. In Hebrew, it means "God will increase". In Hebrew, it means "God adds".
Is Yusupha a boy or girl name?
Yusupha is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Yusupha?
Yusupha is currently ranked #18171 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yusupha?
Common nicknames for Yusupha include Yusu and Supha.
What are good middle names for Yusupha?
Popular middle name pairings include Yusupha Amadou, Yusupha Oumar, Yusupha Samba, Yusupha Ibrahima, and Yusupha Lamin.
What are good sibling names for Yusupha?
Names that pair well with Yusupha as siblings include Fatou, Aminata, Lamin, and Binta.
How many syllables does Yusupha have?
Yusupha has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Yusupha a common or rare name?
Yusupha is an uncommon name, ranked #18171 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Yusupha
Yusupha is a boy name with Gambian, Senegalese, Mandinka, Wolof, and West African origins . The name means "God will increase" in Hebrew .
Yusupha is currently ranked #18,171 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Yusupha has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Yusupha include Yusu and Supha. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Yusupha include Yusuf . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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