Boy name
Edis name meaning
“High, lofty”
Edis means high or lofty. It is a spelling form associated with Ediz, a name based on the Old Turkic word ediz with the same meaning, and is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. Its concrete image is a mountain summit, reflecting the source word’s sense of height.
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Old Turkic
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- In TÜİK lists
What does Edis mean?
High, lofty
In Turkish: Yüksek, yüce
Edis evokes height and loftiness, allowing both a physical image of elevation and a figurative sense of distinction. It is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. Its connection with Ediz links it to Old Turkic vocabulary, although the spelling Edis preserves that relationship less directly.
How popular is Edis?
Official figures: TÜİK newborn name lists (2018–2025, the top 30 for Türkiye and each of the 81 provinces every year) and the most common names in the population.
- Province lists
- 3provinces
Where is Edis in the top 30?
3 provinces · the latest year each province listed it
Source: TurkStat (TÜİK), Address-Based Population Registration System. The lists cover the top 30 names per year, sex and province; no official counts are published for less common names. All statistics →
Origin of the name Edis
Edis is associated with the name Ediz, from Old Turkic ediz, meaning “high” or “lofty.” The final s represents a differentiated spelling of the name.
| Linguistic origin | Old Turkic |
|---|---|
| Is Edis in the Quran? | No |
| Starts with | E |
Double names with Edis
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Edis Dağhan
Meaning of each name
- Edis: High, lofty
- Dağhan: khan of the mountain, mountain ruler
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Bedirhan Edis
Meaning of each name
- Bedirhan: a compound evoking the full moon and rulership
- Edis: High, lofty
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Edis Altuğ
Meaning of each name
- Edis: High, lofty
- Altuğ: a red standard or ceremonial banner
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Akyol Edis
Meaning of each name
- Akyol: bright, clear path
- Edis: High, lofty
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Edis Tuğrul
Meaning of each name
- Edis: High, lofty
- Tuğrul: a falcon-like bird of prey
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Aytaç Edis
Meaning of each name
- Aytaç: a moonlike crown; a crown of moonlight
- Edis: High, lofty
How to pronounce Edis
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /edis/ |
Is Edis a boy’s name?
Yes, Edis is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Edis appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Edis
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Edis
- Edis · b. 1990
- Edis İlhan · b. 1971
- Edis Köksaldı · b. 2005
FAQ about the name Edis
What is the meaning of Edis?
Edis means “High, lofty”. Edis is associated with the name Ediz, from Old Turkic ediz, meaning “high” or “lofty.” The final s represents a differentiated spelling of the name.
Is Edis a boy’s name?
Yes, Edis is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Edis in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Edis nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Edis?
Edis is of Old Turkic origin.
How many syllables does Edis have?
Edis has 2 syllables and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Edis?
Edis appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
What names go well with Edis?
Some ideas: Edis Dağhan; Bedirhan Edis; Edis Altuğ.
Famous people named Edis?
Notable people named Edis include Edis, Edis İlhan, Edis Köksaldı.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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