Yonis
Yonis is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Yūnus (Jonah)”.
| Meaning | Prophet Yūnus (Jonah) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali form |
| Arabic spelling | يونس |
| Pronunciation | YOH-nis |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yonis
Yonis is the common English-document spelling of Somali Yuunis, Arabic Yūnus, the Prophet Jonah. Yūnus was swallowed by a great fish and saved after turning to God in repentance; his prayer is still recited by Muslims in times of distress.
Is Yonis a Muslim name?
Yes. Yonis is a Somali form of Yunus, the name of Prophet Jonah.
Is Yonis in the Quran?
'And indeed, Yūnus was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).
Where is the name Yonis used?
Used mainly among Somalis in East Africa and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yonis mean?
Yonis means 'Prophet Yūnus (Jonah)'. It comes from Arabic, Somali form.
Is Yonis a Muslim name?
Yes. Yonis is a Somali form of Yunus, the name of Prophet Jonah.
How do you write Yonis in Arabic?
Yonis is written يونس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yonis?
Yonis is pronounced YOH-nis.
Is Yonis mentioned in the Quran?
'And indeed, Yūnus was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).