Edis
Fact sheet
- Name
- Edis
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 2
The boy's name Edis represents an Albanian, Bosnian, and Croatian variant of the name Ediz. Translated, the name means 'the Great', 'the Exalted', 'the Precious', as well as 'high, elevated'.
What does the name Edis mean?
Edis is a form of the name Ediz and carries meanings such as 'the Great', 'the Exalted', and 'the Precious'. It is also associated with the terms 'high, elevated' and 'the Wise'. The origins of the name are anchored in the Turkish word ediz, which means 'high', 'noble', 'esteemed', 'distinguished', and in the Arabic 'azīz (عزيز), which stands for 'strong', 'powerful', 'distinguished', 'precious', 'dear', 'valuable', 'glorious', and 'sacred'. The feminine counterpart is Edisa.
Where does the name Edis come from?
The name Edis has its roots in the Arabic and Turkish languages and means 'the Great'. In Turkish, ediz stands for terms like high, noble, esteemed, and distinguished, while the Arabic word 'azīz (عزيز) means strong, powerful, distinguished, precious, dear, valuable, glorious, and sacred. The name is used in the Bosnian and Turkish languages.
How do you pronounce Edis?
The pronunciation of the name Edis is clear and two-syllable. In German, it is usually rendered as 'E-dis' [ˈeːdɪs], starting with a long E sound that conveys a certain brightness. The second syllable ends with a soft s sound. This concise ending gives the name freshness and feels modern and present - a name that impresses with clear lines and calm strength.
Popularity
Edis enjoys great popularity in Germany and currently ranks 649th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2020 at 504th place. Over the last ten years, Edis has been chosen as a first name approximately 710 times, placing it 688th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 768th.
Nicknames & pet names
Aids / Edi / Edischen / Edisko / Edko / Edo
Similar first names
Famous people
- Edis Görgülü (Turkish musician)
- Edis Kurtic (footballer from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
- Edis Mulalic (football player from Yugoslavia)
- Edis Seliminski (Bulgarian football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Edis
What is the meaning of the name Edis?
Edis is a form of the name Ediz and means among other things 'the Great', 'the Exalted', and 'the Precious'.
Where does the name Edis come from?
The name Edis has its roots in the Turkish and Arabic languages, with 'ediz' in Turkish standing for terms like high and noble, while 'azīz' in Arabic stands for strong and valuable.
How popular is the name Edis?
Edis is used in both Turkey and Bosnian communities and enjoys a certain popularity there, but is less widespread internationally.