Idriss

Meaning of Idriss

Idriss carries a rich Arabic heritage. He draws inspiration from the Prophet Idris, an early messenger famed for his closeness to the divine and his gift for words. The name conjures bright horizons beyond desert dunes. Latin rhythm dances in its two syllables—ih-DREES (/ɪˈdriːs/)—like a warm breeze across a plaza at dusk. It’s easy to say and even easier to love. Though he won’t turn up in every classroom—ranking around 900 with just a dozen newborns each year in the US—Idriss stands out with quiet confidence and a spark of wisdom. Parents can skip the nickname unless they want to call him “Dri” for short at family gatherings.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as ih-DREES (/ɪˈdriːs/)

• Idris
• Idrissa