Edris Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Edris originates from the Arabic name Idris, meaning interpreter or studious, and is associated with the biblical figure Enoch. The name has evolved through its Arabic roots into its current form. It carries connotations of wisdom and is linked to a revered prophet in both Islamic and Judeo-Christian contexts.
The name Edris is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Edris has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Edris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8999th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8295th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8666th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5339th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1958th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2608th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4872nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11116th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Edris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Edris"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛdrɪs/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Edris is derived from the Arabic name 'Idris', which is associated with the biblical figure Enoch, revered in both Islamic and Judeo-Christian traditions.
Meaning
interpreter; studious
Language Evolution
Idris (Arabic), Edris (Anglicized form)
Biblical Background
Edris is linked to Enoch, who is mentioned in the Bible as a prophet and the great-grandfather of Noah.
Historical Usage
The name Edris gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Islamic societies, due to its association with the prophet Idris.
Variants & Derivatives
Idris, Edris, Idriss
Modern Popularity & Image
Edris is seen as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with wisdom and knowledge.
Famous People
Edris Ali (Somali poet), Idris Elba (British actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Edris"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Edris"
"Edris" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8999th of 10718 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8295th of 16616 | 53 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8666th of 24088 | 112 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5339th of 23106 | 207 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1958th of 9107 | 331 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2608th of 9204 | 210 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4872nd of 12526 | 124 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11116th of 19264 | 35 |
Regional Popularity of "Edris" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Edris" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Edris"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Edris" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.