Younis
Younis is a Muslim boy name meaning “Jonah; dove”.
| Meaning | Jonah; dove |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic) |
| Arabic spelling | يونس |
| Pronunciation | YOO-nis |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Younis
Younis is a spelling of Yūnus, the Prophet Jonah, who was swallowed by a great fish and saved after calling on God. The name ultimately comes from Hebrew Yonah, meaning 'dove'. This spelling, with 'ou' and a final -is, is common in Pakistan, Iraq and Sudan. Surah 10 of the Quran is named after him.
Is Younis a Muslim name?
Yes. Younis is a form of Yunus, a prophet of Islam mentioned in the Quran, with a surah named after him.
Is Younis in the Quran?
The Quran states: 'And indeed, Yunus was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).
Where is the name Younis used?
Widely used in Pakistan, Iraq, Sudan and the Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Younis
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Younis mean?
Younis means 'Jonah; dove'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic).
Is Younis a Muslim name?
Yes. Younis is a form of Yunus, a prophet of Islam mentioned in the Quran, with a surah named after him.
How do you write Younis in Arabic?
Younis is written يونس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Younis?
Younis is pronounced YOO-nis.
Is Younis mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran states: 'And indeed, Yunus was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).