Sundus
Sundus is a Muslim girl name of Arabic (Quranic) origin, meaning “Fine silk of Paradise”.
| Meaning | Fine silk of Paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic) |
| Written as | سندس |
| Pronunciation | SOON-doos |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Egypt, Gulf States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Sundus
In the Quran, sundus is the delicate silk that clothes the people of Paradise. The word comes up three times, and on every occasion it is paired with istabraq, a richer brocade. That setting gives the name a feeling of beauty and of reward. Arab families frequently spell it Sondos, while in South Asia the name is usually pronounced and written Sundas.
Is Sundus a Muslim name?
Sundus is taken straight from the Quran's description of Paradise, whose people 'will wear green garments of fine silk (sundus) and brocade' (Quran 18:31).
How popular is Sundus?
It is used in the Arab world, often as Sondos, and in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Sundus
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sundus
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sundus mean?
Sundus means 'Fine silk of Paradise'. It is of Arabic (Quranic) origin.
Is Sundus a Muslim name?
Sundus is taken straight from the Quran's description of Paradise, whose people 'will wear green garments of fine silk (sundus) and brocade' (Quran 18:31).
How do you pronounce Sundus?
Sundus is pronounced SOON-doos.
Is Sundus a boy or girl name?
Sundus is usually a girl name.