Arabic

Qays

Pronounced KAYSShare

Meaning: Measurement

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 1 syllable

The story

Qays is the name of the lover known as Majnun in the Layla and Majnun story. Its literary association is separate from the literal Arabic meaning.

Spellings & variants

  • Qais
  • Kais

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Qays comes from Arabic.

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