Balkissa
Balkissa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Bilqīs, the Queen of Sheba”.
| Meaning | Bilqīs, the Queen of Sheba |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, West African form |
| Arabic spelling | بلقيس |
| Pronunciation | bahl-KEE-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Balkissa
Balkissa is a Francophone West African form of Bilqīs, the name Islamic tradition gives to the Queen of Sheba who met Prophet Sulaymān. The Quran tells her story in Sura al-Naml without naming her; the name Bilqīs comes from later commentary and its origin is uncertain. In Niger and Burkina Faso Balkissa is a popular choice.
Is Balkissa a Muslim name?
Yes. Balkissa is a form of Bilqis, the Queen of Sheba whose story with Prophet Sulayman is told in the Quran. It is used by Muslim families in West Africa.
Is Balkissa in the Quran?
The queen's story appears in Sura al-Naml, where she finally says 'I submit with Sulayman to Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 27:44).
Where is the name Balkissa used?
Popular in Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali; the Hausa form Bilkisu is common in Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Balkissa mean?
Balkissa means 'Bilqīs, the Queen of Sheba'. It comes from Arabic, West African form.
Is Balkissa a Muslim name?
Yes. Balkissa is a form of Bilqis, the Queen of Sheba whose story with Prophet Sulayman is told in the Quran. It is used by Muslim families in West Africa.
How do you write Balkissa in Arabic?
Balkissa is written بلقيس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Balkissa?
Balkissa is pronounced bahl-KEE-sah.
Is Balkissa mentioned in the Quran?
The queen's story appears in Sura al-Naml, where she finally says 'I submit with Sulayman to Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 27:44).