Bálint
“strong, valiant”
Hungarian origin · Boy name
#1737US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
How to pronounce Bálint
ba-leent
/ba-leent/ · · 1 syllable
“strong, valiant”
Hungarian origin · Boy name
What does Bálint mean and where does it come from?
Bálint is derived from the Latin name Valentinus, which means 'strong' or 'valiant'.
Cultural significance
Bálint is commonly used in Hungary and is associated with St. Valentine, celebrated on Valentine's Day.
Peak popularity
Reached #1737 in 2015 — currently #1737 in the US.
How else can you spell Bálint?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Bálint?
Bálint works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Bálint Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Bálint John
One syllable · timeless choice
Bálint Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Bálint Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Bálint Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Bálint Kai
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Bálint right now?
Holding steady — currently #1737 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Bálint is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Bálint?
CROATIAN
TinValent
ENGLISH
Val
ITALIAN
Tino
ROMANIAN
Vali
Famous people named Bálint
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Bálint Balassi
A 16th-century Hungarian poet known for his lyrical and romantic poetry.
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Bálint Hóman
A Hungarian historian and politician active in the early 20th century.
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Bálint Tóth
A contemporary Hungarian footballer.
What names sound and feel like Bálint?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bálint also consider these
How is Bálint written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Bálint?
Valentina ANCIENT ROMANValentina CROATIANValentine FRENCHTina ITALIANValentina ITALIANTina MACEDONIANValentina MACEDONIANWalentyna POLISHValentina ROMANIANValentina RUSSIANValentína SLOVAKTina SLOVENEValentina SLOVENEValentina SPANISHValentyna UKRAINIANValens ANCIENT ROMANValentinianus ANCIENT ROMANValencia VARIOUS
Common questions about the name Bálint
What does the name Bálint mean?
Bálint means "strong, valiant" — a name rooted in Hungarian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Bálint?
Bálint is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bálint?
Bálint originates from Hungarian tradition. Hungarian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Bálint sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Bálint flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Bálint ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Bálint more of a girl or boy name?
Bálint is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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