How Many People Are Named Yousef?
Complete statistics for the name Yousef: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Yousef is a very rare name, with only 6,562 people living in the US today. That's 1 in 50,290 Americans. It's also a modern name, with most Yousef being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 1 traditionally represents independence, leadership, and new beginnings.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 6,659 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Yousef Through the Generations
Yousef has a unique story in American demographics. With just 6,659 total births across all time, it remains a rarity. However, the estimated 6,562 living individuals today means it's not completely unheard of. The peak year for births was 2024, with 331 babies named Yousef that year. This name is predominantly male and has a rising trend, which is quite interesting given its low overall birth rate. The age distribution shows a youthful population, with 5,888 under 30 and only 771 aged 30-60, indicating a relatively new and vibrant presence in American society.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Yousef's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Yousef
How Many People Have the Name Yousef?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,034 people in the United States currently share the name Yousef. That works out to roughly 1 in every 109,245 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Yousef a Common or Rare Name?
Yousef is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Yousef in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Yousef Most Popular?
The name Yousef reached peak popularity in 2024, with 331 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Yousef?
Approximately 3,034 people named Yousef live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,034. That works out to roughly 1 in 109,245 Americans.
Is Yousef a rare name?
Yousef is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 109,245 Americans has this name.
What does the name Yousef mean?
The meaning and origin of Yousef are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Yousef more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Yousef are male and 0% are female.
When was Yousef most popular?
Yousef peaked in 2024 with 331 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.