Idris
Idris first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2025, when 391 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Idris popular?
Rising Idris has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,938 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,628 | |
| 2000s | 543 | |
| 1990s | 345 | |
| 1980s | 283 | |
| 1970s | 282 | |
| 1950s | 7 | |
| 1910s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Idris mean?
Traditionally linked by Arabic sources to the root d-r-s (د-ر-س, 'to study, to learn'), giving 'studious, learned'; another old interpretation is 'interpreter'. Many scholars regard the ultimate origin as non-Arabic, since Idris is the Quranic prophet traditionally identified with the Biblical Enoch. The meaning is therefore disputed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Idris mean?
Idris means studious, learned (disputed). Traditionally linked by Arabic sources to the root d-r-s (د-ر-س, 'to study, to learn'), giving 'studious, learned'; another old interpretation is 'interpreter'. Many scholars regard the ultimate origin as non-Arabic, since Idris is the Quranic prophet traditionally identified with the Biblical Enoch. The meaning is therefore disputed.
What is the origin of the name Idris?
Idris is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Idris?
Idris is pronounced “id-REES.”
Is Idris a boy or a girl name?
Idris is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Idris a popular name right now?
Idris has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Idris?
In 2025, Idris ranked #694 · U.S. boys and #13853 · U.S. girls in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Idris most popular?
Idris was most popular in 2025, when about 391 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Idris?
Names similar to Idris include Karim, Mustafa, Ayan, Hassan, Yahya.
What names go well with Idris?
arabic names that pair well with Idris include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.