Strong, healthy, or brave
Balen is a rare name likely derived from the Latin 'valens', meaning strong or healthy. It is also associated with Arthurian legend as the name of a knight known for his prowess and tragic fate. In modern usage, it serves as a unique alternative to names like Balin or Waylen.
Less common today
Balen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,271 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A knight of King Arthur's court known as the Knight with Two Swords · Le Morte d'Arthur
