Idris (إدريس) is a boy's name of Arabic origin meaning Studious, learned (Enoch). It appears in the Quran (Quran 19:56). Global Prayer Times lists the meaning, origin and related Islamic baby names below — one of 483 names in the free directory, with no ads or tracking.
Idris
إدريس
Meaning
Studious, learned (Enoch)
📖 Quranic Reference
Quran 19:56
This name is mentioned in the Holy Quran
⭐ Prophetic Name
Idris is the name of a Prophet
Names of prophets carry great blessing in Islam
Gender
Boy's name
Origin
Arabic
Popularity
popular
Idris (إدريس) is an Arabic name meaning "Studious, learned (Enoch)". It is the name of a Prophet of Islam — naming a child after a prophet is highly encouraged in the Islamic tradition. This name or its root appears in the Holy Quran (Quran 19:56), giving it special significance for Muslim parents. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)
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