👦 Balarama — Name Meaning & Origin

Balarama

“Strong Rama; Elder brother of Krishna”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
ReligionHindu
Used inIndia, Nepal
RashiVrishabh (Taurus)
NakshatraRohini (pada 2) · syllable “Va”
Numerology22 — a master builder with big dreams (master number 22)
Letters8 · starts with B
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Balarama?

Balarama means "Strong Rama; Elder brother of Krishna" (Sanskrit origin).

Is Balarama a boy or girl name?

Balarama is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Balarama from?

Balarama is used as a Hindu name in India, Nepal.

What is the rashi of the name Balarama?

By its first syllable "Va", Balarama belongs to Vrishabh (Taurus) rashi and Rohini nakshatra (pada 2), following the traditional Namakshar system.

What is the lucky number for Balarama?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Balarama adds up to 22, linked with being a master builder with big dreams (master number 22).

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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