Yusup is a masculine given name used in Indonesian, Avar (a Northeast Caucasian language), and Uyghur cultures. It is a localized form of Yusuf, the Arabic variant of Joseph, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "he will add" (from the root yasaf, "to add"). The name ultimately traces back to the biblical patriarch Joseph, a prominent figure in both the Old Testament and the Quran, where he is revered as a prophet. Etymology and History The name Joseph appears in the Bible as the eleventh son of Jacob and Rachel, whose story of betrayal, slavery, and eventual rise to power in Egypt is told in Genesis. In the Quran, the equivalent figure is Yusuf, whose narrative is considered one of the best of stories. Yusup is a phonetic adaptation of Yusuf into the phonologies of Indonesian, Avar, and Uyghur—all languages where final 'f' may shift to 'p'. Cultural Significance and Bearers In Indonesian, the name is most commonly spelled Yusuf or Jusuf, but Yusup is also used, particularly in traditional or regional contexts. Among the Avar people of the Caucasus, the name reflects the region's long-standing Islamic heritage. In Uyghur communities of Xinjiang, China, Yusup is a common variant. While no globally famous bearers are documented, the name carries the same religious and cultural weight as its root form. Distribution The name Yusup is most frequent in Indonesia, where it is used alongside other variants. It is also found among Avar speakers in Dagestan (Russia) and among Uyghur Muslims in China's Xinjiang region. Given the spread of Islam, the name may also appear in diaspora communities. Meaning: "He will add" (from Hebrew yasaf) Origin: Arabic form of Joseph, adapted to Indonesian, Avar, and Uyghur Type: First name Usage Regions: Indonesia, Dagestan, Xinjiang