Balgees
Balgees is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the Queen of Sheba”.
| Meaning | Name of the Queen of Sheba |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Gulf / Yemeni pronunciation |
| Arabic spelling | بلقيس |
| Pronunciation | bal-GEES |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Balgees
Balgees is a spelling of Balqīs that reflects the Gulf, Yemeni and Bedouin habit of pronouncing the letter qāf as a hard g. Balqīs is the name Muslim tradition gives to the Queen of Sheba, whose meeting with the Prophet Sulayman (Solomon) is told in Surat al-Naml. The Quran does not name her, but the name Balqīs is firmly attached to her in Islamic literature.
Is Balgees a Muslim name?
Yes. Balgees is a regional spelling of Balqīs, the name Islamic tradition gives the Queen of Sheba, and is used by Muslim families in Yemen and the Gulf.
Is Balgees in the Quran?
Her story is told in Surat al-Naml: 'I found a woman ruling over them, and she has been given of all things, and she has a great throne' (Quran 27:23).
Where is the name Balgees used?
Mostly found in Yemen, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, matching the local pronunciation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Balgees mean?
Balgees means 'Name of the Queen of Sheba'. It comes from Arabic, Gulf / Yemeni pronunciation.
Is Balgees a Muslim name?
Yes. Balgees is a regional spelling of Balqīs, the name Islamic tradition gives the Queen of Sheba, and is used by Muslim families in Yemen and the Gulf.
How do you write Balgees in Arabic?
Balgees is written بلقيس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Balgees?
Balgees is pronounced bal-GEES.
Is Balgees mentioned in the Quran?
Her story is told in Surat al-Naml: 'I found a woman ruling over them, and she has been given of all things, and she has a great throne' (Quran 27:23).