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Idrees

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Pronounced eed-REES /ʔid.ˈriːs/Medium

Meaning: Name of a prophet (identified with Enoch); traditionally interpreted as 'studious / learned one.'Medium

In 30 seconds: Idrees is an Arabic boy's name borne by a prophet identified with Enoch, traditionally read as 'the studious' or 'learned one.'
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningName of a prophet (identified with Enoch); traditionally interpreted as 'studious / learned one.'
U.S. rank (2024)#2504 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births54 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 626

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202119772024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Idrees is the name of a prophet in Islamic tradition, identified with the biblical Enoch, and is commonly interpreted as 'studious' or 'learned one' in connection with the root for study and instruction. It carries strong religious weight as a prophetic name. The double-vowel spelling reflects one common transliteration of the Arabic.

The long 'ee' sound gives Idrees a measured, dignified ring. As a prophetic name it is widely used across the Muslim world, valued for its association with learning and wisdom.

Did you know? Idrees (Idris) is the name of a prophet in the Quran, equated with Enoch; commentators connect it to dars 'to study', hence 'learned'.
Overall data confidence 70%
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Idris— The more common transliteration of the same Arabic prophetic name as Idrees.
Ilyas— Another Arabic prophetic name from Islamic tradition, in the same register as Idrees.
Yusuf— A widely used Arabic name of a prophet, sharing Idrees's religious heritage.
Ibrahim— Another prophetic Arabic name carrying the same kind of devotional weight as Idrees.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Idrees mean?

Idrees is the name of a prophet (identified with Enoch), traditionally interpreted as 'studious' or 'learned one'.

How do you pronounce Idrees?

It's commonly said eed-REES /ʔid.ˈriːs/.

Is Idrees a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Idrees is used as a boy name.

How popular is Idrees?

In 2024, Idrees ranked #2504 in the U.S. for boys, with 54 births recorded.