Idries

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Idries or Idris is associated with qualities such as wisdom, knowledge, and guidance.
Scripts(How to write)
The name Idries is written as إدريس in its original Arabic script.
إدريس(Arabic)
Pronunciation
The name Idries is pronounced as "ih-DREEZ."
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Popularity
Idries or Idris is not a very popular name globally, but it is more commonly used in countries with Muslim populations such as Egypt, Yemen, and Indonesia.

cartoon of the name Idries
Cartoon of Idries

Idries Name meanings & History

Idries is derived from the Arabic name Idris, which means "interpreter" or "guide." In Islamic tradition, Idris is believed to be a prophet and was one of the descendants of Adam and Eve. The name Idries or Idris is associated with qualities such as wisdom, knowledge, and guidance. Variant of Idris 1. Idries is a unique and uncommon name, but it can make a strong and meaningful choice for parents who want to honor their cultural or religious heritage.

Zodiac Sign of Idries: I love you Taurus

Synonyms of Idries:

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

D: Domestic,Daddy,Dutiful,Doting,Demanding,Determined

R: Reason,Resourceful,Restless,Rational

E: Enliven,Environment,Exaggerate,Entertain,Enlighten,Expressive

S: Solidity,Security,Status,Sensuality,Success,Social Standing,Sex

Idries is:

  • a Delicate name
  • a Natural name
  • a Unintellectual name

Famous People

One of the famous people with the name Idris is the Welsh actor, Idris Elba. In Islamic tradition, Idris is also known as Enoch, who is mentioned in the Bible and the Quran.

Related Names to Idries

Variations of the name Idris include Enoch, Enochial, Henoch, and Hendrick.