Names That Mean Studious
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Idris
Welsh; Arabic
"ardent lord; studious, interpreter"
A name that crosses cultures, Idris was virtually unknown in the US before the emergence of the charismatic actor Idris Elba, first on The Wire and then for depicting Nelson Mandela. Since then, the…
Edrie
Short form of Edris, Welsh; Arabic
"lord; studious"
Edris was used occasionally for baby girl 100 years ago, but one can't help but wonder whether those girls might really have been named Edie but with bad handwriting. Edrie is cute, though, and…
Parmenia
Greek
"studious"
The unusual Parmenia is very occasionally chosen by Latino parents.
Edris
Welsh; Arabic
"lord; studious"
This variation of Idris brings Edward into the mix.

