Younis

Q: What is the origin of Younis?

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

Q: Is Younis a boy name?

Younis 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 7 months ago

Meaning

"Dove"

Younis is an Arabic form of Jonah, associated with the prophetic tradition and commonly interpreted as dove.

Themes:prophetarabichebrewmasculine

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Popularity History of Younis

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#1871Ranked 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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Younis 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

Younis Nicknames

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

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youy

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youn

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yie

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unis

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nisy

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Younis mean?

Younis means "Dove". Younis is an Arabic form of Jonah, associated with the prophetic tradition and commonly interpreted as dove.

What is the origin of Younis?

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

How popular is the name Younis?

According to the latest SSA data, Younis is currently ranked #1871 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 Younis a boy name?

Younis 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 Younis?

Popular nicknames for Younis include youy, youn, yie, yy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Younis?

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

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#1871

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withY

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akeem Abdul Ahmir Amin Ammar

Sisters

Aniya Aida Anissa Ali Ayesha

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