Dove; peace
Younis is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Jonah. It refers to the biblical and quranic prophet who was swallowed by a large fish and is widely associated with the symbol of the dove.
Less common today
Younis isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,875 in 2024.
Former captain of the Pakistan national cricket team
Former professional Iraqi footballer
Kuwaiti actor and director
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).