Jaguar
In Mayan culture, Balam is a significant name meaning jaguar, a creature revered as a powerful spirit protector and a symbol of royalty. It is also found in the Hebrew Bible as a variant spelling of Balaam, a prophet. In the context of Mesoamerican history, it was a title used by several kings and priests.
Less common today
Balam isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,612 in 2025.
A powerful Great Duke of Hell in various occult grimoires · The Lesser Key of Solomon
A prophet in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
