Younis
Younis is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Dove; sign or miracle.
Origin and history
Younis is an Arabic name derived from the Biblical name Jonah. It has grown in visibility in the United States in recent years, particularly among Middle Eastern and Muslim families. The name carries classical roots while remaining easy to pronounce in modern contexts.
Popularity in the United States
721 babies in the United States have been named Younis since 1880. It ranks #3955 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1547.
States where it is most popular
- NY (39.9 %)
- CA (16.6 %)
- MI (14.9 %)
- TX (12 %)
- NJ (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 44 |
| 2010-2019 | 289 |
| 2020-2029 | 381 |
Fun facts
- Younis is the Arabic name for the prophet Jonah, and an entire Surah (chapter) in the Quran bears his name.
- More than half of all U.S. birth records for the name Younis since 1880 have occurred within recent years.