Younes
Meaning of Younes
Younes is a male given name of Arabic origin, pronounced as yoo-NESS (/ju:ˈnɛs/). The name Younes is a variation of Younis and carries significant cultural and historical weight in the Islamic world, often associated with the Prophet Yunus (Jonah) from the Quran. Over the years, its popularity has been gradually increasing in the United States. According to recent data, 60 newborns were named Younes in 2023, ranking it at 2308th place. This shows a steady rise from previous years, reflecting its growing acceptance and appeal among diverse communities. The name Younes is cherished for its strong cultural roots and timeless resonance.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as yoo-NESS (/ju:ˈnɛs/)
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Notable People Named Younes
| Younes Kaboul is a retired French professional footballer known for his career with clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur and Sunderland, as well as his appearances for the French national team. |
| Younes El Aynaoui is a Moroccan ex-professional tennis player. |
| Younes Namli is a Danish professional footballer known for his role as a winger at Dutch Eredivisie club PEC Zwolle. |
| Air Marshal Younes Hamed Al-Masri, the former Commander of the Egyptian Air Force, currently serves as the Minister of Civil Aviation. |
| Younes Delfi is an Iranian professional footballer known for being the youngest Iranian player to have played in Europe, currently playing as a forward for Foolad. |
| Younes Al Shibani - Younes Hussein Al Shibani is a Libyan footballer known for his role as a defender for Ismaily in the Egyptian Premier League and as a member of the Libya national team. |
| Younès Belhanda is a professional footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder. |
| Younès Kaabouni - Younés Kaabouni is a French professional footballer known for his skills as a midfielder. |
| Younès Kadri is an Algerian football player currently playing for MC El Eulma in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1. |
