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Idris (name) means a male given name of Welsh and Arabic origin, popularized in English by actor Idris Elba; also a prophet in Islam identified with the biblical Enoch. Example: “Idris Elba starred in several major films.”

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A male given name of Welsh and Arabic origin, popularized in English by actor Idris Elba; also a prophet in Islam identified with the biblical Enoch.
"Idris Elba starred in several major films."
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Etymology

Taken directly from Welsh Idris.

Origin: Welsh

Idrees Idriss Idrissa

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What does “Idris” mean?
The word “Idris” means a male given name of Welsh and Arabic origin, popularized in English by actor Idris Elba; also a prophet in Islam identified with the biblical Enoch.
How do you use “Idris” in a sentence?
Here is “Idris” used in a sentence: “Idris Elba starred in several major films.”
What part of speech is “Idris”?
“Idris” is a name.
What is the meaning of Idris?
"Idris" (name) means a male given name of Welsh and Arabic origin, popularized in English by actor Idris Elba; also a prophet in Islam identified with the biblical Enoch.