Edris
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- Name
- Edris
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The male name Edris represents a Persian variant or alternative spelling of the Arabic name Idris. In translation, this name means 'the scholar' and 'the learner'.
What does the name Edris mean?
Edris is a Persian form or alternative spelling of the Arabic name Idris. The translation of the name is 'the scholar' and 'the learner'. The root of the name goes back to the Arabic word darasa (دَرَسَ), which means 'to study' and 'to learn'. In Islamic culture, the name is widely used and is also found in the Quran. Other variants include Idriss, Idrissa, Idrissou, Idriz, and Driss.
Where does the name Edris come from?
The etymology of Edris shows that it is a male first name of Arabic origin that carries the meaning 'the scholar'. The Arabic composition darasa (دَرَسَ) means 'to study' and 'to learn'. It belongs to the languages of Afghan, Arabic, and Persian.
How do you pronounce Edris?
The pronunciation of Edris is clear and two-syllable. It is pronounced as 'Ed-ris' [ˈɛdʁɪs] and begins with an open, friendly vowel. The consonant cluster '-dr-' gives the middle part a distinctive structure. The ending '-ris' sounds slightly hissing and determined. Thus, Edris appears characterful and balanced - present and independent.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Edris enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 1,751st on the list of the most common male first names. Edris achieved its best ranking in 2022, when it placed 1,522nd. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 130 times, placing it 2,033rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,264th.
Nicknames & pet names
Dedriss / Eddi / Eddie
Similar first names
Famous people
- Edris Albert Hapgood (football player and coach)
- Edris Eckhardt (American artist)
- Edris Hijrat (football player from Afghanistan)
- Idris Elba (actor)
Frequently asked questions about the name Edris
What is the origin of the name Edris?
Edris is a male first name of Arabic origin and a Persian variant of the name Idris. It is common in the languages of Afghan, Arabic, and Persian.
What does the name Edris mean?
The name Edris means 'the scholar' or 'the learner'. The root of the name comes from the Arabic word darasa, which means 'to study' or 'to learn'.
How popular is the name Edris?
Edris is particularly common in Islamic cultures and enjoys a certain popularity there, but is less known outside these regions.