How Many People Are Named Yusef?
Complete statistics for the name Yusef: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Yusef has a rich, ancient origin and is very rare, with only 2,921 people alive in the US today. That's 1 in 112,992 Americans. It's a modern name, with most Yusef being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The life path number 22, represented by Yusef, traditionally signifies leadership, responsibility, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 27All 3,032 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: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Yusef Through the Generations
Yusef is a name with deep roots, yet it remains very rare in the United States, with just 3,032 total births recorded across all time. The fact that there are only 2,921 people alive today who bear this name highlights its scarcity. Interestingly, the peak year for Yusef was 2024, with 104 births, indicating a recent surge in popularity. Despite the low overall birth rate, the name has maintained a stable trend, suggesting a consistent appeal among parents. The age distribution shows a significant portion of Yusef being under 30, making up 59% of the total, which aligns with its modern, newer-generation status. This contrasts sharply with the older demographic, where only 31 individuals are over 60, reflecting a relatively young and vibrant community of Yusef.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Yusef's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Yusef
How Many People Have the Name Yusef?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 255 people in the United States currently share the name Yusef. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,299,801 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Yusef a Common or Rare Name?
Yusef 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 Yusef in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Yusef Most Popular?
The name Yusef reached peak popularity in 2024, with 104 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
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 Yusef?
Approximately 255 people named Yusef live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 255. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,299,801 Americans.
Is Yusef a rare name?
Yusef is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,299,801 Americans has this name.
What does the name Yusef mean?
The meaning and origin of Yusef are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Yusef more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Yusef are male and 0% are female.
When was Yusef most popular?
Yusef peaked in 2024 with 104 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
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.