Yunous
Yunous is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Jonah”.
| Meaning | Prophet Jonah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Yonah |
| Arabic spelling | يونس |
| Pronunciation | YOO-noos |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yunous
Yunous is a spelling of Yūnus, the Prophet Jonah, and is close to the French-style Younous common in West Africa. Yūnus is known in the Quran as Dhū al-Nūn, 'the one of the whale', and his prayer from inside the whale is one of the best-known supplications in Islam. The name comes from Hebrew Yonah, 'dove'.
Is Yunous a Muslim name?
Yes. Yunous is a Muslim name, a spelling of Yunus, the name of a Prophet.
Is Yunous in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And indeed, Jonah was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).
Where is the name Yunous used?
Spellings like Yunous and Younous are seen in West Africa and among French-speaking Muslims.
Gifts with the name Yunous
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yunous mean?
Yunous means 'Prophet Jonah'. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Yonah.
Is Yunous a Muslim name?
Yes. Yunous is a Muslim name, a spelling of Yunus, the name of a Prophet.
How do you write Yunous in Arabic?
Yunous is written يونس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yunous?
Yunous is pronounced YOO-noos.
Is Yunous mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And indeed, Jonah was among the messengers' (Quran 37:139).