Idris: name meaning and origin

Idris

studious; interpreter

Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables

Idris is a Arabic name meaning "studious; interpreter". It has 2 syllables, stressed on I, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Idris

  • Idris & Alfred Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Athena Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Bodhi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Emmett Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Hugo Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Nia Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Quinn Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Idris & Sage Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

Nicknames for Idris

No traditional nickname; Idris is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Idr, Idrie, Dris.

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Questions about Idris

What does the name Idris mean?

Idris is a Arabic name meaning "studious; interpreter".

How many syllables are in Idris?

Idris has 2 syllables (I-dris), with the stress usually on "I".

What are nicknames for Idris?

Idris has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Idr, Idrie, Dris.

Is Idris a boy's or girl's name?

Idris is traditionally a boy's name.