Balam
boy name#4539 in 2025Balam entered the US charts in 1993, peaked at #4539 in 2025, ranks #4539 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1993–2025
#4539
rank today
#4539
peak (2025)
22
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8700 |
| 2000s | #10703 |
| 2010s | #11788 |
| 2020s | #8427 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Balam has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Balam are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Balam is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Balam in 2025?
- Balam ranks #4539 among US boy names in 2025, with 22 babies given the name.
- When was the name Balam most popular?
- Balam peaked in 2025, reaching #4539 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Balam with classmates?
- Balam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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