Younes
Younes is a Muslim boy name meaning “Jonah; dove”.
| Meaning | Jonah; dove |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Maghrebi spelling |
| Arabic spelling | يونس |
| Pronunciation | YOO-nes |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Younes
Younes is the North African, French-influenced spelling of Yūnus, the Prophet Jonah. The 'ou' renders the long u sound for French readers. The prophet, also called Dhu al-Nun ('the man of the fish'), is remembered for his prayer from inside the whale, which Muslims still recite in times of distress.
Is Younes a Muslim name?
Yes. Younes is the Moroccan and Algerian spelling of Yunus, the Prophet Jonah in the Quran.
Is Younes in the Quran?
The Quran states: 'And indeed, Yunus was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).
Where is the name Younes used?
Very common in Morocco and Algeria and among North Africans in Europe.
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Spellings and variants of Younes
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Younes mean?
Younes means 'Jonah; dove'. It comes from Arabic, Maghrebi spelling.
Is Younes a Muslim name?
Yes. Younes is the Moroccan and Algerian spelling of Yunus, the Prophet Jonah in the Quran.
How do you write Younes in Arabic?
Younes is written يونس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Younes?
Younes is pronounced YOO-nes.
Is Younes mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran states: 'And indeed, Yunus was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).