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BilquisIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Queen of Sheba

Pronunciation: bil-KEES

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Name
Bilquis
Meaning
Queen of Sheba
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
bil-KEES
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Bilquis mean?

Bilquis is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Queen of Sheba". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: bil-KEES. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

بلقیس

ملکہ کا نام ہے، اور اس کا مطلب ہے ملكہ

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

بلقيس

هي اسمٌ للملكة، وتعني الملكة

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

bil-KEES

IPA

/bɪlˈkiːs/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Bilquis is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Queen of Sheba. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldBlue

Lucky Stone

Pearl

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A nurturing and loving soul with a deep sense of responsibility

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of kindness, generosity, and wisdom, Bilquis reminds us of the importance of living a virtuous life and being a source of guidance for others.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Bilquis is an important figure in Islamic history and folklore, whose story has been passed down orally and through literature. The tale of Bilquis and her encounter with Prophet Solomon is considered a symbol of the power of knowledge and the transformative influence it can have on people. The story underscores the significance of kindness, generosity, and wisdom as virtues that should be valued in life.
Bilquis is also considered a role model for women in Islam, as she is a powerful and independent queen who made the conscious decision to embrace the true faith of monotheism. Her story emphasizes the idea of the transformative power of knowledge and the importance of seeking guidance from the wise and learned, leading to spiritual growth and enlightenment. Additionally, Bilquis serves as a reminder of the potential for every individual to make a significant impact on their community and world, no matter where they come from or their initial circumstances.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Bilqis was a queen of Sheba mentioned in the Quran. The name Bilquis carried significant weight in that era.

Pre-Islamic period

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Bilquis

a queen's name, and its meaning is queen

🇵🇰Urdu

بلقیس

ملکہ کا نام ہے، اور اس کا مطلب ہے ملكہ

🇸🇦Arabic

بلقيس

هي اسمٌ للملكة، وتعني الملكة

🇮🇳Hindi

बलकीस

राजकुमारी का नाम है, और इसका अर्थ है रानी

🇦🇫Pashto

بلقیس

ملکه کا نوم څه، او دا مطلب ځو ملكہ

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