Idris
إدريس
Possibly derived from Arabic درس (darasa): "to study, to learn, to interpret". The exact origin is uncertain, but scholars connect it to words suggesting teaching or interpretation.
Meaning and origin
Idris is a name of Quranic significance, referring to an ancient prophet in Islamic tradition.
How to pronounce Idris
| Arabic | id-REES /ɪdˤˈriːs/ |
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