"studious, learned one"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
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A Quranic prophet's name meaning wisdom and learning
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"interpreter, teacher"
Origin: Arabic root d-r-s
Language: Arabic
"Quranic prophet name"
Origin: Islamic tradition
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Idrees
Idrees (also Idris) is an Arabic form of the Hebrew name Enoch. In Islamic tradition, Idris is a prophet mentioned in the Quran (19:56-57), praised as truthful and elevated to a high station. The name derives from the Arabic root 'd-r-s' meaning to study or to learn, suggesting 'the studious one' or 'the learned one.' In some traditions, Idris is identified with the biblical Enoch or the ancient Egyptian god Thoth.
Idrees has been a respected name across the Muslim world for centuries, borne by scholars, imams, and religious figures. The Western form Idris gained mainstream recognition through Welsh actor Idris Elba, though the Idrees spelling remains more common in South Asian and Arab communities.
Prophet Idris holds a special place in Islamic tradition as one of the earliest prophets, mentioned in the Quran as being raised to a 'high station.' His association with wisdom, learning, and the crafts (some traditions credit him with inventing writing and sewing) makes the name intellectually auspicious.
Historical Record
Idrees first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 626 babies have been named Idrees in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Idrees is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,514 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Prophet Idris is one of only two people in the Quran described as being 'raised to a high station' by God
- Idris Elba, one of Hollywood's most acclaimed actors, brought the name Idris to Western attention
Idrees in Other Languages
Urdu
ادریس
Arabic
إدريس
Hebrew
חֲנוֹךְ (Enoch)
Persian
ادریس
Popularity Over Time
#2,514
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Famous People Named Idrees
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Idris Elba
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1972
British actor known for The Wire, Luther, Beasts of No Nation, and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom
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Prophet Idris
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Islamic prophet mentioned in the Quran, associated with wisdom, learning, and craftsmanship
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,514
- Total SSA Count
- 54
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Urdu Persian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Iddi
Rees
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Frequently Asked Questions About Idrees
What does the name Idrees mean?
"studious, learned one" (from Arabic). "interpreter, teacher" (from Arabic root d-r-s). "Quranic prophet name" (from Islamic tradition). Idrees (also Idris) is an Arabic form of the Hebrew name Enoch. In Islamic tradition, Idris is a prophet mentioned in the Quran (19:56-57), praised as truthful and elevated to a high station. The name derives from the Arabic root 'd-r-s' meaning to study or to learn, suggesting 'the studious one' or 'the learned one.' In some traditions, Idris is identified with the biblical Enoch or the ancient Egyptian god Thoth.
What is the origin of the name Idrees?
Idrees has Arabic, Arabic root d-r-s, Islamic tradition, Muslim, Urdu, and Persian origins. In Arabic, it means "studious, learned one". In Arabic root d-r-s, it means "interpreter, teacher". In Islamic tradition, it means "Quranic prophet name".
Is Idrees a boy or girl name?
Idrees is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Idrees?
Idrees is currently ranked #2514 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Idrees?
Common nicknames for Idrees include Iddi and Rees.
What are good middle names for Idrees?
Popular middle name pairings include Idrees Ali, Idrees Hassan, Idrees Tariq, Idrees Kamil, Idrees Yusuf, and Idrees Omer.
What are good sibling names for Idrees?
Names that pair well with Idrees as siblings include Zara, Layla, Yusuf, Nour, Amira, Rayan, and Farah.
How many syllables does Idrees have?
Idrees has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Idrees a common or rare name?
Idrees is an uncommon name, ranked #2514 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Idrees
Idrees is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, Urdu, and Persian origins . The name means "studious, learned one" in Arabic .
Idrees is currently ranked #2,514 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Idrees has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Idrees include Iddi and Rees. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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