Traditional name associated with the Queen of Sheba; etymology uncertain
Girl
Balqis
Queens
Meaning
Balqis is a feminine name used in Arabic and associated with the traditional name of the Queen of Sheba. In Islamic tradition, the Queen of Sheba is known by this name, although the Quran describes the queen without providing her personal name. The story of the queen and her encounter with Solomon has an important place in religious and literary traditions across the region. The literal etymology of Balqis is uncertain, so it is best not to assign it a definitive translation such as “queen” or “beautiful.” At Baby Name Care, we explore names with care for both their historical associations and linguistic evidence, and Balqis offers a distinctive name with a rich cultural legacy.
Origin & Background
The name Balqis is associated with Arabic form of Bilqis, name associated with Judeo-Christian-Islamic legend.
Cultural / Religious associations
Pronunciation
BAL-qis; pronunciation varies by language
/ˈbal.qis/ (approximate)
Numerology
Pythagorean
6
Chaldean
2
Lucky Number
6
Name Style
Variations
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