Younis
2025 SSA
About Younis
Younis is a masculine name with Arabic and Islamic origins, representing a variant of Yunus, which is the Arabic form of Jonah. In Islamic tradition, Yunus (Jonah) was a prophet mentioned in the Quran. The name carries the beautiful meaning of 'dove' or 'pigeon' in Hebrew origins, symbols of peace and divine messenger. Younis is widely used throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Muslim communities worldwide. While maintaining its cultural significance, the name travels well internationally due to its pleasant sound and relatively simple pronunciation. Parents might choose Younis for its religious significance, cultural heritage, or simply for its melodic quality and meaningful symbolism.
Pronounced YOO-nis.
As of October 2026, Younis ranked #2144 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1871 in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #4,176 | 25 | 13 |
| 2016 | #3,227 | 36 | 19 |
| 2017 | #2,839 | 43 | 23.2 |
| 2018 | #2,670 | 47 | 25.9 |
| 2019 | #2,486 | 54 | 30.1 |
| 2020 | #2,883 | 42 | 24.3 |
| 2021 | #2,371 | 58 | 33.2 |
| 2022 | #2,240 | 65 | 37.2 |
| 2023 | #2,311 | 61 | 35.7 |
| 2024 | #1,871 | 86 | 49.9 |
| 2025 | #2,144 | 68 | 39.8 |