Balsam Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BAL-sum //ˈbæl.səm//
Origin: English; Arabic
Meaning: balsam tree; fragrant resin
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'balsam' refers to a type of tree known for its aromatic resin, often used in traditional medicine and perfumes. The term has roots in Middle English, reflecting the importance of natural remedies in historical practices.
In Arabic, 'balsam' (بَلْسَم) signifies healing and comfort, often associated with the soothing properties of the resin. This cultural significance highlights the value placed on natural healing across different societies.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Balsam was first seen in the United States in 2019.
Balsam has ranked as high as #22719 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Balsam has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Balsam is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Balsam was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Balsam.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Balsam
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