Idrees

Idrees is a spelling of the Arabic name Idris, borne by a prophet mentioned in the Quran. Its derivation is uncertain, though it is often connected with an Arabic root for studying or learning. The prophetic identity is well established even where the precise linguistic explanation remains open to discussion.

The Quran describes Idris as truthful and a prophet, giving the name a specific religious foundation. Some later traditions identify him with Enoch, but that identification should be distinguished from the name's explicit Quranic appearances. Idrees and Idris represent the same Arabic name in Latin letters, with ee making the long vowel more visible in English. Families can choose between those spellings while preserving the same scriptural connection.