Yunus
Yunus is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Dove; sign or symbol.
Origin and history
Yunus is the Arabic equivalent of the biblical name Jonah. It has classical religious roots and is widely recognized across Islamic culture and middle eastern traditions. In the U.S., its usage has grown steadily in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,369 babies in the United States have been named Yunus since 1880. It ranks #3344 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1288.
States where it is most popular
- NY (27.4 %)
- TX (13 %)
- CA (12.8 %)
- IL (8.3 %)
- VA (7 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 49 |
| 2000-2010 | 175 |
| 2010-2019 | 465 |
| 2020-2029 | 675 |
Famous people named Yunus
- Yunus Emre: Poet, Mystic
- Yunus Mallı: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Yunus is the subject of the 10th chapter (Surah) of the Quran.
- Yunus shares the same ancient Semitic origins as the English name Jonah.