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Qais

KAIS

Qais is a boy’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “An Arabic name meaning 'lover', 'affectionate', or 'finder'. It is famously associated with the tragic love story of Qais and Layla.”. It currently ranks #3251 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters4
Syllables1
OriginArabic

What Qais Means

An Arabic name meaning 'lover', 'affectionate', or 'finder'. It is famously associated with the tragic love story of Qais and Layla.

The Story of Qais

This name carries the weight of a legend so profound it shaped Arabian poetry for centuries, a story of love that echoes still.

Qais is an Arabic name meaning 'lover,' 'affectionate,' or 'finder.' It is famously the name of the central figure in the seventh-century Arabic tale of Qais and Layla, a story of passionate, unrequited love that became a cornerstone of Persian and Arabic literature. The name traveled through oral traditions and written verses across the Middle East and South Asia, becoming a symbol of romantic devotion.

When you whisper 'Qais' to your son, you are giving him a name that resonates with profound affection. It is the sound of a heart that finds its deepest connection, a devotion that spans generations. You imagine him with a spirit that cherishes deeply, finding joy not just in possession, but in the profound act of loving.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

RomanticPassionateDevotedPoetic

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Peak Year

#37 in 2024

Total Births

424

First Recorded

1999

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