What Balam means
Balam is a boy name of Maya origin meaning "jaguar". It comes from b'alam (jaguar). It is pronounced bah-LAHM.
The jaguar was the guardian of the fields and the emblem of Maya rulers; the Chilam Balam books are named for a 'jaguar priest'. Used in Yucatán and Chiapas.
Popularity: known but uncommon in Mexico.
Related meanings: animal, strength, protector, warrior.
Balam is one of the indigenous names that Mexican parents have brought back over the last thirty years. Read about Maya names and how they are built, or see more Maya boy names.
In the glossary: Balam (jaguar).
