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Balarama Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Balarama

"Balarama, son of Vasudeva, and Rohini, brother of Subhadra, and Krishna, who uses a plough as his weapon."

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral
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Meaning
Balarama, son of Vasudeva, and Rohini, brother of Subhadra, and Krishna, who uses a plough as his weapon.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
N/A
Life Path
Number 22

📖 What Does Balarama Mean?

Balarama is a Hindu god, and the elder brother of Krishna. He is particularly significant in the Jagannath tradition, as one of the triad deities. He is also known as Haladhara, Halayudha, Baladeva, Balabhadra, and Sankarshana.

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Balarama is a Hindu god, and the elder brother of Krishna. He is particularly significant in the Jagannath tradition, as one of the triad deities. He is also known as Haladhara, Halayudha, Baladeva, Balabhadra, and Sankarshana.…

Root Element
Balarama
Core Meaning
"Balarama, son of Vasudeva, and Rohini, brother of Subhadra, and Krishna, who uses a plough as his weapon."
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🔢 Numerology of Balarama

B 2
A 1
L 3
A 1
R 9
A 1
M 4
A 1
SUM 22
22
Life Path
Master Builder
4
Soul Urge
Stability & Hard Work
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 22 — Master Builder: Exceptional potential to turn dreams into reality.

Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Balarama" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Balarama, son of Vasudeva, and Rohini, brother of Subhadra, and Krishna, who uses a plough as his weapon.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

A name used globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Balarama?

The Life Path number for Balarama is 22, associated with Master Builder. Soul Urge: 4. Personality: 9.

Is Balarama a boy or girl name?

Balarama is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 50% male and 50% female.

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