Here’s our list of biblical names that begin with the letter ‘Q’, including people and places. Dive into our A-Z directory hub for more.
Disclaimer: The list has the most common meanings of names. However, some of them are still debated over by scholars. New findings could change our understanding of them.
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1.) Quartus
Original (Greek): Κούαρτος (Kouartos)
Meaning: “Fourth” (a Roman name)
First Appearance: Romans 16:23
Description: A Christian in Corinth who sent greetings to the Roman Christians through Paul’s letter.
2.) Queen of Sheba
Original (Hebrew): מַלְכַּת־ שְׁבָא (Malkaṯ-Šəḇāʾ)
Meaning: “Queen of Sheba,” Sheba likely refers to a region in South Arabia/Yemen.
First Appearance: 1 Kings 10:1
Description: A wealthy and powerful queen who visited King Solomon to test his wisdom. She was impressed by his wisdom and the splendor of his kingdom. The story highlights Solomon’s great reputation.
3.) Queen
Original (Hebrew/Greek): Various Words
Meaning: “Queen” or “royal woman”
First Appearance: 1 Kings 10:1
Description: This word is used in several instances to refer to Queens.
4.) Quirinius
Original (Greek): Κυρήνιος (Kyrēnios)
Meaning: Likely derived from the Roman name Quirinus.
First Appearance: Luke 2:2
Description: The Roman governor of Syria (more accurately, legatus Augusti pro praetore) during the census that brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem. Also known as Cyrenius.
