Balfour Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Balfour is listed in our database as a boy name of Scottish origin. Its recorded meaning is “From the pastureland”.
Balfour Name at a Glance
| Name | Balfour |
|---|---|
| Meaning | From the pastureland. |
| Origin | Scottish |
| Gender | Boy |
What Does the Name Balfour Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Balfour means “From the pastureland”. 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.
Balfour Name Origin
Our database records Balfour under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Balfour a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Balfour is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Balfour
When considering Balfour for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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