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Yusuf vs Hamza

Which is more popular?
Yusuf is more popular than Hamza today: about 698 US babies were given the name Yusuf in 2025, compared with 0 named Hamza.
YusufHamza
Meaning Arabic form of Joseph lion; strong, steadfast
Origin arabic arabic
Gender Boy Boy
Pronunciation YOO-suf HAM-za
Syllables 2 2
First appeared19490
Peak year2025 (698)2024 (565)
In 20256980
TrendNear its peakRising
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Yusuf Hamza
1960198020002020

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Births by decade

DecadeYusufHamza
2020s 3,467 2,935
2010s 4,357 3,928
2000s 2,003 2,694
1990s 736 863
1980s 446 143
1970s 392 10
1960s 49 0
1940s 5 0

What does Yusuf mean?

The Arabic form of the prophet Joseph (Yusuf), of Hebrew origin (Yosef), traditionally understood as 'he will add' or 'God shall increase'. The Arabic form itself carries no independent Arabic root meaning; Surah Yusuf is named for him. Also spelled Yousuf, Yousef.

What does Hamza mean?

Commonly understood as 'lion', and also 'strong, steadfast'. Linked to the root h-m-z and to a plant with a sharp, pungent taste. Borne by Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet's uncle, called 'Lion of God'.

Frequently asked questions

Is Yusuf or Hamza more popular?

Yusuf is more popular than Hamza today: about 698 US babies were given the name Yusuf in 2025, compared with 0 named Hamza.

What is the difference between Yusuf and Hamza?

Yusuf means Arabic form of Joseph (arabic origin), while Hamza means lion; strong, steadfast (arabic origin).

Which name is older, Yusuf or Hamza?

In US records, Yusuf first appears in 1949 and Hamza in 0, so Hamza has the longer recorded history.