Bilqees
Bilqees 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), Urdu spelling |
| Arabic spelling | بلقیس |
| Pronunciation | bil-QEES |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bilqees
Bilqees is the usual South Asian spelling of Bilqīs, the Queen of Sheba in Islamic tradition. She ruled Saba in Yemen and, after seeing the signs given to Prophet Sulaymān, submitted to God. The name is not stated in the Quran itself and its etymology is unclear. The Pakistani philanthropist Bilquis Edhi is a well-known bearer.
Is Bilqees a Muslim name?
Yes. Bilqees is a Muslim name, the Urdu spelling of Bilqis, the Queen of Sheba, whose story is told in the Quran.
Is Bilqees in the Quran?
Her story is told in Surat al-Naml, where she says 'I submit with Sulayman to God, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 27:44).
Where is the name Bilqees used?
Common in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Bilqees
- Bilqees name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Bilqees
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bilqees mean?
Bilqees means 'Name of the Queen of Sheba'. It comes from Arabic (South Arabian tradition), Urdu spelling.
Is Bilqees a Muslim name?
Yes. Bilqees is a Muslim name, the Urdu spelling of Bilqis, the Queen of Sheba, whose story is told in the Quran.
How do you write Bilqees in Arabic?
Bilqees is written بلقیس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bilqees?
Bilqees is pronounced bil-QEES.
Is Bilqees mentioned in the Quran?
Her story is told in Surat al-Naml, where she says 'I submit with Sulayman to God, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 27:44).