Idris
i-dris,
id-ris
US Popularity:1598
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Welsh
Meaning:Studious, smart; Fiery leader
Originating from Arabic, the boy’s name Idris means “studious” and “smart.” In the Qur'an, Idris is the second prophet mentioned and was described to be a trustworthy and patient person. This name has significance in other languages, too, such as Welsh meaning “fiery leader.” In Welsh mythology, Idris was a giant, poet, philosopher, and astronomer who used the mountain Cader Idris as his throne. You might’ve also heard this charming name from the talented English actor Idris Elba who played the main protagonist in Luther.
Idris Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Idris is currently #686 on The Bump
Boy:Idris is currently #187 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Idris is currently #1598 in U.S. births
Boy:Idris is currently #539 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1598
in 2022
+ 175
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 424
Quranic Names, Idris, A Quranic Name for Boys
Behind the Name, Idris (1), January 2022
Behind the Name, Idris (2), January 2022
Ancestry, Idris Family History
Britannica, Idrīs, prophet of Islam, September 2022
IMDb, Idris Elba
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