Balfour name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Celtic
Usage: Bengali and English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Balfour BAL-fer
Meaning: From the Grazing Land and Farm Pasture
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What does Balfour mean?

Balfour means From the Grazing Land or Farm Pasture used for baby boys, used in English and Bengali is originated from Celtic.

How do I pronounce Balfour?

The one syllabled name Balfour is pronounced, BAL-fer. There should be emphasis on first BAL syllable while speaking. Some people pronounce it as b(a)-lfour or bal-four.

Variants of Balfour

Balfer

How popular is the name Balfour?

Balfour is a rare baby name in United States where it may not be used now. Also, Balfour is a familiar name in Jamaica. At least, 400 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.

YearRankBirths
192841515
191432645
[1] Source: Social Security Administration

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What numbers say about Balfour?

You think a lot and it makes you sick sometimes. You always act like everything's just great. Planning is what keeps your mind in shape. Number 3 as an expression number reveals your charm, positive attitude toward life, and contagious smile. You easily adapt to new environments and want to hang around with new people. You would be perfect in the film industry, music industry, writing columns for an influential paper or website or work in a shelter for homeless people or animals.

If you like Balfour, you would love these names

  •  Kenaël - The Kenaël means "Happy or Angel or White" is originated from Celtic
  •  Kylen - Originated from Celtic and Old Irish, Renowned Kylen bestowed upon both sexes, Kylen means "Slender or Narrow" is used principally in English
  •  Bren means Burning, Black Haired or Stinking Hair came from Celtic substantially used in English is used as a gender insensitive name
  •  Dubthach has its origin in Celtic, Dubthach means "Dark House" is used as a boy name
  •  Oonagh - Originated from Celtic, Anomalous Oonagh is used principally in Irish, Oonagh means "Content or Only One" is bestowed upon girls

Sibling Names for Balfour

Choosing a name for your newborn can be an exciting but daunting task. If you're considering the unique name "Balfour," it's only natural to want to find complementary sibling names that work well together. To help, we've compiled a list of names that match well with Balfour and are perfect for your growing family.

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Names for Balfour's brother

Famous people named Balfour

  • Balfour Currie, Canadian scientist specializing
  • Balfour Stewart, Scottish physicist and meteorologist
  • Balfour Mount, Canadian physician, surgeon, and academic

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
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