Sundus
Sundus is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fine silk of Paradise”.
| Meaning | Fine silk of Paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic) |
| Arabic spelling | سندس |
| Pronunciation | SOON-doos |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sundus
Sundus is the Quranic word for the fine silk worn by the people of Paradise. It occurs three times in the Quran, always paired with istabraq (brocade). Arab families often spell it Sondos, while Sundas is the usual South Asian pronunciation.
Is Sundus a Muslim name?
Yes. Sundus comes directly from the Quran, where it describes the silk garments of Paradise.
Is Sundus in the Quran?
The people of Paradise 'will wear green garments of fine silk (sundus) and brocade' (Quran 18:31).
Where is the name Sundus used?
Used in the Arab world (often as Sondos) and in South Asia.
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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 comes from Arabic (Quranic).
Is Sundus a Muslim name?
Yes. Sundus comes directly from the Quran, where it describes the silk garments of Paradise.
How do you write Sundus in Arabic?
Sundus is written سندس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sundus?
Sundus is pronounced SOON-doos.
Is Sundus mentioned in the Quran?
The people of Paradise 'will wear green garments of fine silk (sundus) and brocade' (Quran 18:31).