Yunus
Meaning of Yunus
Yunus is a male name with Turkish origins. It is pronounced as yoo-NOOS (/juˈnus/) in Turkish. This name has variations such as Younus. Yunus has been given to newborn boys in the United States since at least 1988, with varying levels of popularity over the years. In recent years, it has ranked around the 1600s to 2000s in terms of occurrences. The name Yunus carries a sense of uniqueness and cultural richness, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking a name that stands out while still being accessible and easy to pronounce.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as yoo-NOOS (/juˈnus/)
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Notable People Named Yunus
| Yunus Emre, a Turkish folk poet and Sufi, had a significant impact on Turkish culture and was honored with the declaration of International Yunus Emre Year in 1991. |
| Yunus Sentamu is a Ugandan professional footballer known for his role as a forward. |
| Yunus Mallı is a professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Süper Lig club Konyaspor and the Turkey national team. |
| Yunus Öçal is a Turkish volleyball coach who currently serves as the head coach of the Greece women's national volleyball team. |
| Yunus Khan, also known as Yoonus Khan, is an Indian politician from Rajasthan who served as a cabinet minister and leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party. |
