Balqis
Balqis is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the Queen of Sheba”.
| Meaning | Name of the Queen of Sheba |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (South Arabian tradition) |
| Arabic spelling | بلقيس |
| Pronunciation | bal-QEES |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Balqis
Balqis (Balqīs) is the name Muslim commentators give to the Queen of Sheba, the ruler of Saba' in ancient Yemen. In Surat al-Naml the hoopoe brings Sulayman news of her kingdom, and she later declares, 'I submit with Sulayman to God, Lord of the worlds'. The origin of the name itself is uncertain. In Turkey it appears as Belkıs and in Malaysia as Balkis.
Is Balqis a Muslim name?
Yes. Balqis is a well-established Muslim name, honouring the Queen of Sheba from the Quranic story of Prophet Sulayman.
Is Balqis in the Quran?
At the end of her story she says, 'I submit, with Sulayman, to Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 27:44).
Where is the name Balqis used?
Found throughout the Muslim world, from Yemen and Iraq to Turkey, Pakistan and Malaysia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Balqis mean?
Balqis means 'Name of the Queen of Sheba'. It comes from Arabic (South Arabian tradition).
Is Balqis a Muslim name?
Yes. Balqis is a well-established Muslim name, honouring the Queen of Sheba from the Quranic story of Prophet Sulayman.
How do you write Balqis in Arabic?
Balqis is written بلقيس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Balqis?
Balqis is pronounced bal-QEES.
Is Balqis mentioned in the Quran?
At the end of her story she says, 'I submit, with Sulayman, to Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 27:44).