Balaam Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Balaam Name at a Glance

Name	Balaam
Meaning	The ancient of the people, the destruction of the people.
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Balaam Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Balaam means “The ancient of the people, the destruction of the people”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Balaam Name Origin

Our database records Balaam under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Balaam a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Balaam is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Balaam

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