Younes
يونس/YOO-nes/
Dove; the prophet Jonah
About the name Younes
Younes is the Arabic form of Jonah the prophet, and carries the gentle meaning of dove. Of Hebrew origin, it recalls the biblical and Qur'anic story of Yunus and the great fish, a tale of repentance and mercy. The dove lends the name an air of peace, patience, and hope. Widely used across North Africa and the Arab world, Younes is warm and steadfast.
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- In Arabic
- يونس
- Pronunciation
- YOO-nes
- Also spelled
- Younis, Yunus, Younus, Yunes
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Younes mean?+
Younes (يونس) is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Dove; the prophet Jonah”.
What is the origin of the name Younes?+
Younes is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Younes a boy or a girl name?+
Younes is traditionally used as a boy's name.
How is Younes pronounced and spelled?+
Younes is pronounced YOO-nes and is written يونس in Arabic. It is also spelled Younis, Yunus, Younus, Yunes.