Addis is of Ethiopian origin, meaning "new". It's traditionally used for boys but can also be given to girls. The name was popularized internationally by Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia, whose full name was Ras Tafari Makonnen Woldemikael Addis Ababa. The name is often associated with the city of Addis Ababa, the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. It's a unique and distinct name that stands out due to its Ethiopian roots and historical significance.
The name Addis appears to have experienced fluctuations in popularity over the past century, with peaks occurring around the 1920s and again from the late 2010s onwards. The highest number of births recorded was 13 in 2016, while the lowest occurred in several years with only 5 births each time. Overall, there have been a total of 430 births named Addis since 1912.