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Idriss Pronunciation

Idriss is pronounced ih-DREES /ɪˈdris/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Idris — from Arabic, 'studious; one who learns/instructs' (linked to the root d-r-s, 'to study'); the prophet Idris (often identified with Enoch); we note the prophetLow

In 30 seconds: Studious; one who learns: Idriss spells Idris. Crisp, devout, and warm (said 'ih-DREES').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningA spelling of Idris — from Arabic, 'studious; one who learns/instructs' (linked to the root d-r-s, 'to study'); the prophet Idris (often identified with Enoch); we note the prophet

U.S. rank (2024)#7399 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 195

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Idriss is a spelling of Idris — from Arabic, 'studious; one who learns/instructs' (linked to the root d-r-s, 'to study'); the prophet Idris is often identified with Enoch (we note the prophet). A crisp, devout name (said 'ih-DREES').

In the U.S. it appears in West African and Muslim families. Rare in this spelling, studious-and-one-who-learns at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Idris means 'studious; one who learns/instructs' in Arabic (the prophet Idris, often identified with Enoch) — Idriss is a spelling, crisp and devout (we note the prophet; said 'ih-DREES').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Idris — prophet noted

Variations

IdrisIdriisIdrissa

Themes & Styles

Arabic Muslim West-african

If you like Idriss…

Idris— the standard spelling

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Issa— another Arabic name

Iman— a fellow Arabic choice

Idrees— shares Idriss's Arabic roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Idriss?

Idriss is pronounced ih-DREES (/ɪˈdris/). Press play above to hear Idriss said aloud.

How do you say Idriss?

Idriss is said ih-DREES (/ɪˈdris/). Press play above to hear Idriss said aloud.

What does the name Idriss mean?

Idriss spells Idris — Arabic 'studious; one who learns'; the prophet Idris (often identified with Enoch). We note the prophet.

Is Idriss a boy or girl name?

Idriss is a boy's name.

How popular is Idriss?

Idriss is a rare name in the U.S.