فردوس

Firdaws

unisexArabic (from old Persian)

Firdaws is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Paradise; the highest garden”.

MeaningParadise; the highest garden
GenderUnisex
OriginArabic (from old Persian)
Arabic spellingفردوس
Pronunciationfir-DAWS
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Firdaws

Firdaws is the Arabic name of the highest garden of Paradise, mentioned twice in the Quran. The word comes ultimately from an old Persian term for an enclosed garden, the same source as the English 'paradise'. It is given to girls in most places, and to boys as well in South Asia and Africa.

Is Firdaws a Muslim name?

Yes. Firdaws is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic name of the highest level of Paradise.

Is Firdaws in the Quran?

'Indeed, those who believe and do good deeds will have the Gardens of al-Firdaws as a lodging' (Quran 18:107).

Where is the name Firdaws used?

Used across the Muslim world.

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Spellings and variants of Firdaws

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Firdaws mean?

Firdaws means 'Paradise; the highest garden'. It comes from Arabic (from old Persian).

Is Firdaws a Muslim name?

Yes. Firdaws is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic name of the highest level of Paradise.

How do you write Firdaws in Arabic?

Firdaws is written فردوس in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Firdaws?

Firdaws is pronounced fir-DAWS.

Is Firdaws mentioned in the Quran?

'Indeed, those who believe and do good deeds will have the Gardens of al-Firdaws as a lodging' (Quran 18:107).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.