Balfour

Male

Meaning

English statesman; member of the Conservative Party (1848-1930)

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/ˈbælfər/

Traits associated with the name Balfour:

Dogs named Balfour tend to be loving, industrious, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Balfour?

Naming your dog Balfour suggests that you have an appreciation for tradition and history. It may also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and commitment.

Is Balfour a good dog name?

Balfour has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Balfour isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Balfour is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Balfour was, in the past month, the 4181st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Balfour is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Balfour was viewed 31 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Balfour's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Balfour is most adored in California, Virginia and Georgia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Arizona and New Jersey.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Balfour.

Balfour is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

A Scottish surname derived from a village in Fife.

Dog names like Balfour:

From The Barley Town
Brave as a bear
Lion King of Persia
From the meadow.
Occupation Of Baker
Bald-Headed Man
Balfour dog name meaning

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