Balasz as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Balasz

What is the meaning of the name Balasz ?

The baby name Balasz is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced IPA: /ˈbɒlaːʒ/; respelling: BAH-lahzh.

Balasz is Hungarian in Origin.

Balasz is the diacritic-free form of Hungarian Balázs (pronounced BAH-lahzh), derived from Latin Blasius, itself from blaesus, meaning “lisping” or “stammering.” The name spread across Europe through the cult of Saint Blaise, a 4th‑century bishop and healer renowned for protecting against throat ailments. In Hungary, Balázs has a long, steady presence and is celebrated on February 3 with throat‑blessing customs; the form Balasz is used internationally where accents are dropped.

Variants and cognates include Balázs (Hungarian), Blaise (English/French), Blasius (Latin/German), Blas (Spanish), Biagio (Italian), Błażej (Polish), Blažej (Czech/Slovak), Blaž (Slovene), and Vlas/Vlasiy (East Slavic). The Hungarian nickname is Bazsi. While its literal meaning is modest, the name carries strong saintly and protective associations, giving it a cultured yet approachable feel. It fits well for families seeking a distinctive Central European classic that travels easily.

⚙ Balasz is about as rare as a name gets. We count just 1 recorded use of it worldwide, from 1 country.