Balkis
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Balkis
Balkis is the Arabic form of Bilqis, derived from the Semitic root meaning "queen" or "she who gathers," historically associated with the Queen of Sheba.
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Etymology
Balkis is the Arabic form of Bilqis, derived from the Semitic root meaning "queen" or "she who gathers," historically associated with the Queen of Sheba. The name is primarily used in Islamic and Arab cultures, with strong historical significance as it refers to the legendary Queen of Sheba mentioned in the Quran and Islamic tradition.
Balkis currently ranks #1,996 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2018.
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