"Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures."
Christian Name · Welsh/Arabic Origin
Idris Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Idris
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Idris means "Ardent lord; Interpreter", a boy's name of Welsh/Arabic origin. The name Idris does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Idris opens understanding — reading distinctly, giving the sense, causing comprehension, the interpreter who makes Scripture come alive.
Is Idris in the Bible?
No — the name Idris does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Ardent lord; Interpreter", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Idris.
Pronunciation:/ID-ris/
OriginWelsh/Arabic
MeaningArdent lord; Interpreter
What does Idris mean?
Idris is a boy name of Welsh/Arabic origin meaning "Ardent lord; Interpreter". Idris is the interpreter — the one who makes meaning clear. 'Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures.' Idris opens understanding like Christ opened the minds of the disciples.
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What does Idris mean in the Bible?
Idris means "Ardent lord; Interpreter" and is a name of Welsh/Arabic origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Idris is the interpreter — the one who makes meaning clear. 'Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures.' Idris opens understanding like Christ opened the minds of the disciples.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Idris?
Idris is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Ardent lord; Interpreter" — not because Scripture names anyone Idris.
"So they read in the book in the law of God distinctly, and gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading."
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Which books of the Bible mention Idris?
Idris is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Idris?
Idris opens understanding — reading distinctly, giving the sense, causing comprehension, the interpreter who makes Scripture come alive.
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Idris name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Idris does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Ardent lord; Interpreter", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Idris.
Idris means "Ardent lord; Interpreter." It is a Welsh/Arabic name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Ardent lord; Interpreter" — runs right through the Bible.
Welsh/Arabic. Idris comes into English from Welsh/Arabic and carries the sense "Ardent lord; Interpreter." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Idris
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Idris?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Idris?
You can read every verse where Idris appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.