Firdous

Firdous is a given name of Persian origin, derived from Firdaus, meaning paradise or garden. The term is used in Persian, Urdu, Arabic, and related languages, and has multiple transliterations, including Firdos, Firdous, Firdaus, Ferdous, and Ferdows. In Islamic cosmology, Firdaus denotes the highest level of heaven, a meaning that has contributed to its prestige as a personal name.

As a given name, Firdous is common in South Asia and the Middle East, especially among Muslim communities. It is typically used as a female name, though variations exist and some instances of male usage are recorded. The spelling chosen often reflects local languages and transliteration standards.

Beyond personal names, the term appears in literature and poetry as a motif representing an idealized paradise or lush garden. It also appears in place names, businesses, and cultural products in regions where Persian, Urdu, or Arabic influence is strong, reflecting the positive associations of the concept.

Related spellings and equivalents include Firdaus (Arabic), Firdausī, and Ferdous. In many languages the name is written with variants that preserve the core meaning rather than a single standardized form.