How Many People Are Named Idriss?

Complete statistics for the name Idriss: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Idriss
Very Rare
Arabic

Idriss means 'leader' in Arabic, making it a name of authority and guidance. Only 193 people named Idriss live in the US today, which means just 1 in 1,708,013 Americans share this rare moniker. The name peaked in popularity in 2017 with 15 births, showing it's still on the rise among younger parents.

~428
Living in US
1 in 774,414
Americans
2017
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Leader
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Inspiring
33
Life Path Number

Life-path number 33 is associated with spiritual growth and humanitarian efforts.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

122,766
Worldwide Bearers
#8,429
Global Rank
🇹🇩 Chad
48,255
🇲🇦 Morocco
15,614
🇸🇩 Sudan
12,692
🇳🇬 Nigeria
8,329
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
6,011
🇨🇲 Cameroon
4,777
🇩🇿 Algeria
4,582
🇨🇩 DR Congo
4,177
🇩🇯 Djibouti
2,893
🇰🇪 Kenya
1,779

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
193 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 11
195
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 195 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2017

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
67
Classic Feel
10
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Idriss Through the Generations

Idriss, a name that carries the weight of leadership and guidance, has seen a steady increase in usage since its introduction to the United States. With only 195 total births recorded throughout history, it's clear that Idriss remains a very rare choice. The majority of those named Idriss are under 30 years old, indicating that it's a genuinely modern name favored by contemporary parents. This trend suggests that Idriss will continue to grow in popularity as more children are born with this distinctive name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 5

✨ Similar Names to Idriss

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Idriss's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Idriss

How Many People Have the Name Idriss?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 428 people in the United States currently share the name Idriss. That works out to roughly 1 in every 774,414 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Idriss a Common or Rare Name?

Idriss is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Idriss Mean?

Idriss means "leader" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Idriss in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Idriss Most Popular?

The name Idriss reached peak popularity in 2017, with 15 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Idriss?

Approximately 428 people named Idriss live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 428. That works out to roughly 1 in 774,414 Americans.

Is Idriss a rare name?

Idriss is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 774,414 Americans has this name.

What does the name Idriss mean?

Idriss means "leader" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Idriss more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Idriss are male and 0% are female.

When was Idriss most popular?

Idriss peaked in 2017 with 15 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US428
All-Time Births428
1 in X1 in 774,414
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age11
Peak Year2017
World Rank#8,429
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.