Lover or measured
In Arabic, the name is often associated with the concept of being measured or firm. It is most famous in Middle Eastern culture due to the legendary 7th-century poet Qais ibn al-Mulawwah, whose tragic love for Layla earned him the nickname Majnun.
About 43 boys were named Qais in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
7th-century Bedouin poet known as Majnun Layla
Legendary founding figure of the Pashtun people
Afghan international cricketer
