Firdaus
Firdaus is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic, from Persian origin, meaning “Paradise, the highest garden”.
| Meaning | Paradise, the highest garden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, from Persian |
| Written as | فردوس |
| Pronunciation | fir-DOWS |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Firdaus
Firdaus is the Malay and Indonesian form of firdaws, the word the Quran uses for Paradise and especially its highest level. Arabic took the word from an ancient Iranian term meaning an enclosed garden. That same Iranian source eventually gave English its word paradise. In Southeast Asia the name is used for boys and girls alike, and it is a favourite in both Malaysia and Indonesia.
Is Firdaus a Muslim name?
Taken from the Quran's own word for the loftiest Paradise, Firdaus echoes 'the Gardens of Firdaws will be their lodging' (Quran 18:107).
How popular is Firdaus?
Firdaus is popular for both boys and girls in Malaysia and Indonesia, and South Asians spell it Firdous.
Gifts with the name Firdaus
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Spellings and variants of Firdaus
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Firdaus mean?
Firdaus means 'Paradise, the highest garden'. It is of Arabic, from Persian origin.
Is Firdaus a Muslim name?
Taken from the Quran's own word for the loftiest Paradise, Firdaus echoes 'the Gardens of Firdaws will be their lodging' (Quran 18:107).
How do you pronounce Firdaus?
Firdaus is pronounced fir-DOWS.
Is Firdaus a boy or girl name?
Firdaus is used for both boys and girls.