Yonis

Q: What is the origin of Yonis?

Yonis is of Somali origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Yonis a boy name?

Yonis is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dove"

Somali and Arabic-influenced form of Yunus, associated with Jonah and sometimes glossed with the sense of dove.

Themes:jonahprophetvariant

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Yonis

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8928Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Yonis did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Yonis Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Yonis.

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yony

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yoni

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yie

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onis

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nisy

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Yonis mean?

Yonis means "Dove". Somali and Arabic-influenced form of Yunus, associated with Jonah and sometimes glossed with the sense of dove.

What is the origin of Yonis?

Yonis is of Somali origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Yonis?

According to the latest SSA data, Yonis is currently ranked #8928 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Yonis a boy name?

Yonis is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Yonis?

Popular nicknames for Yonis include yony, yoni, yie, yy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Yonis?

There are many names similar to Yonis in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSomali, Arabic

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#8928

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withY

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abshir Guled Hamse Liban Mucad

Sisters

Ayan Bilan Faduma Fartun Farhiya

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