Younis

“God is gracious” — Associated with the Prophet Jonah in Islamic tradition

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2311US 2023

61Births / yr

↓Falling

381All-time births

📅 Since 199900

How to pronounce Younis

YUHN·is

/ˈjən.ɪs/ · stress on YUHN · 2 syllables

“God is gracious”

Associated with the Prophet Jonah in Islamic tradition · Arabic origin

What does Younis mean and where does it come from?

Younis is an Arabic variant of the name Jonah, which means 'dove'. It is a common name in the Middle East and North Africa. Its roots in Hebrew (יוֹנָה - Yonah) also carry similar meanings. Younis is often associated with the Prophet Jonah in Islamic tradition, known for being swallowed by a whale.

Cultural significance

Younis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.

Peak popularity

Reached #2475 in 2019 — currently #2311 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Younis?

Younis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Younis Grace

How popular is Younis right now?

Falling — down 71 spots — currently #2311 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#2311 · Top 1.7%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2311	61	▼ down 71 · -6% births
2022	#2240	65	▲ up 131 · +12% births
2021	#2371	58	▲ up 491 · +38% births
2020	#2862	42	▲ up 1290 · +68% births
2015	#4152	25	▲ up 1065 · +39% births
2010	#5217	18	▲ up 7461 · +260% births
2005	#12678	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Younis

Best Year2022Rank #2240

Peak Count65

Average Rank#4547

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Younis

Younis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 381 total births recorded, Younis remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12678 in 2005 to #2311 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Younis in 2019:

Liam Noah Oliver William Elijah

Younis by decade

Younis peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	7
2000s	44
2010s ★	288
2020s	42

💎Younis has only 381 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Younis?

Common

YouYounYounieYounyUnis

Famous people named Younis

Younis (Islamic scholar)

Younis bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Younis (Arab poet)

Younis carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Younis (Quranic figure)

Younis appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Younis (Arab poet)

Younis carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

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What names sound and feel like Younis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Younis also consider these

Yoenis

Cuba · A variation of

Yousif

Arabic · God increases

Younes

Arabic · Dove or pigeon.

Younus

Arabic · Arabic

Yonnis

Greece · God is gracious

Yonis

Hebrew · Hebrew

Yunis

Arab States · يوسف (Yusuf) -

Donnis

American · Gift of God

Common questions about the name Younis

What does the name Younis mean?

Younis means "God is gracious" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Younis?

Younis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Younis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Younis?

Younis originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Younis?

Younis is a two-syllable name pronounced Y AH1 N IH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Younis trending right now?

Younis is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.