About Balam
The surname Balam is of Mayan origin and is derived from the Mayan word "balam," which means "jaguar" or "tiger." In Mayan culture, the jaguar was considered a powerful and sacred animal, often associated with strength, courage, and protection. Therefore, the surname Balam is believed to have been given to individuals who displayed qualities or characteristics similar to that of a jaguar, such as bravery or fierceness. Today, the surname Balam is found predominantly among people of Mayan descent or those with ancestral ties to Mayan culture.
The surname Balam is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Balam based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Balam is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Balam in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Balam using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.