Firdausi
Firdausi is a Muslim boy name of Persian, from Arabic firdaws origin, meaning “Of Paradise, heavenly”.
| Meaning | Of Paradise, heavenly |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian, from Arabic firdaws |
| Written as | فردوسی |
| Pronunciation | fir-dow-SEE |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Malaysia, Indonesia, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Firdausi
Firdausi adds the adjective ending -i to firdaws, the word for Paradise, so it means belonging to Paradise, or heavenly. It is best known as the pen name of Ferdowsi, author of the great Persian epic the Shahnameh, who died around 1020. Because of him the name is recognised far beyond the Muslim world. Parents in Indonesia, Iran and Tajikistan also give it as a first name.
Is Firdausi a Muslim name?
Firdausi is a Muslim name meaning heavenly, drawn from firdaws, which appears in 'the Gardens of Firdaws will be their lodging' (Quran 18:107).
How popular is Firdausi?
Firdausi is known worldwide through the poet Ferdowsi and is given as a first name in Indonesia, Iran and Tajikistan.
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Spellings and variants of Firdausi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Firdausi mean?
Firdausi means 'Of Paradise, heavenly'. It is of Persian, from Arabic firdaws origin.
Is Firdausi a Muslim name?
Firdausi is a Muslim name meaning heavenly, drawn from firdaws, which appears in 'the Gardens of Firdaws will be their lodging' (Quran 18:107).
How do you pronounce Firdausi?
Firdausi is pronounced fir-dow-SEE.
Is Firdausi a boy or girl name?
Firdausi is usually a boy name.