Balfour Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationBAL-for / /ˈbæl.fɔːr/

Scottish; English

Meaning

Scottish: 'field of the wild boar'; English: 'from the mouth of the river'

Historical & Cultural Background

Balfour is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from a place name in Fife, Scotland. It has been used as a given name, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries. The name is associated with notable historical figures, including politicians and aristocrats. Balfour has also been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting its heritage.

Trend Summary

Balfour has seen limited popularity as a given name in the United States.

Similar Names

AlfordBaldwinBensonBramwellCaldwellHawthorneWaltham

Variants

  • Balfour

International Variants

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Famous people named Balfour

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Fictional characters named Balfour

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Sibling Suggestions

BalthazarBartholomewBenedictBeckettBasil

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Balfour was first seen in the United States in 1914. Balfour has ranked as high as #748 nationally, which occurred in 1914, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Balfour has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Balfour

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19145
19285