Balaj Boy

Popularity: #919 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationBAH-lahj / /bɑːˈlɑːdʒ/

Sanskrit; Hindi; Tamil

Meaning

Lord Vishnu; protector; one who brings prosperity

Historical & Cultural Background

In Sanskrit, 'Balaj' is derived from 'Balaji', a name for Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, revered in Hinduism. The name is commonly used in India, particularly among Tamil and Hindi speakers, reflecting deep cultural and religious significance. In Tamil culture, it symbolizes protection and prosperity, aligning with the attributes of Lord Vishnu. The name is often associated with devotion and reverence in various Hindu traditions.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Balaji
  • Balajee

International Variants

  • Balaji (Indian)
  • Balaj (Hungarian)

Famous people named Balaj

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Fictional characters named Balaj

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Sibling Suggestions

VishnuKrishnaRamaLakshmiSitaArjun

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Balaj was first seen in the United States in 2020. Balaj has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Balaj has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Balaj

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20207
20245