Balam
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Good friend, fair friend
Origin: French/Old English
Popularity: Ranked #4562 in 2025 with 22 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Bellamy. Shares the meaning 'Good friend, fair friend.'
Similar names: balaj, bassam, belamy, bellami, bellamie, bellamy, bam
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Balam? About 1 in 151,296 babies born in 2025 were named Balam, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Balam
What does the name Balam mean?
Balam means “Good friend, fair friend” from French/Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Balam?
Balam has French/Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Good friend, fair friend”.
How popular is Balam?
Balam ranked #4539 in 2025 — given to 22 babies that year.
When was Balam most popular?
Balam peaked in 2025 with 22 babies registered that year.
Is Balam a boy or girl name?
Balam is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Balams in registered births are male.
Is the name Balam rising or falling in popularity?
Balam has risen 5815 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10354 in 2020 to #4539 in 2025.
How long has Balam been recorded?
Balam appears in birth records across 12 years — from 1993 through 2025.