Balfour - Unique Boy Names

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Balfour

/ˈbælfər/

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Meaning

Homestead by the ford

Represents stability, rootedness, and ancestral continuity—suggesting a connection to land, legacy, and leadership.

Symbolism

Embodies tradition, authority, and quiet strength; symbolizes a bridge between past and present, both literally (via 'ford') and figuratively through generational influence.

Etymology: Derived from the Scottish surname Balfour, which comes from Old English elements 'bal' (homestead) and 'fōr' (ford), referring to a settlement near a river crossing. First recorded in Fife, Scotland, it became prominent through figures like Arthur James Balfour, former UK Prime Minister.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

english

Cultural Background

Of Scottish origin, Balfour emerged as a surname tied to landed estates and political prominence, pa

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