UK boy's name
Balaji
A Hindu masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "young child" or "sublime lord".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Balaji is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Balaji popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2012 to 2012. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Balaji is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Balaji. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Balaji ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 boys were registered as Balaji.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Balaji as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2012
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Balaji mean?
The name Balaji is a Hindu name with origins in the Sanskrit language. It is a combination of the words "Bala" meaning "child" and "Aji" meaning "the unborn" or "eternal." The name is closely associated with the Hindu deity Lord Venkateshwara, a form of Lord Vishnu.
In Hindu mythology, Lord Venkateshwara is revered as the presiding deity of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India. This temple is one of the most sacred and visited pilgrimage sites in the Hindu tradition. The name Balaji is often used as a reference to Lord Venkateshwara himself.
The earliest recorded use of the name Balaji can be traced back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Vijayanagara Empire in South India. It is believed that the name gained popularity after the construction of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple complex, which became a significant center of Hindu worship.
One of the earliest notable figures with the name Balaji was Balaji Vishwanath (1713-1720), a prominent Peshwa (prime minister) of the Maratha Empire in India. He played a crucial role in establishing the Maratha rule in the Deccan region and is considered a key figure in the history of the Maratha Empire.
Another historical figure with the name Balaji was Balaji Baji Rao (1720-1761), also known as Nana Saheb. He was a influential Peshwa of the Maratha Empire and is remembered for his diplomatic skills and military strategies. He played a significant role in expanding the Maratha influence across India.
Balaji Bajirao (1775-1851) was a prominent Marathi scholar and author from the 19th century. He is known for his literary works, including translations of Hindu scriptures and poetic compositions. His contributions to Marathi literature are widely recognized.
Balaji Vishwanath Shivram (1786-1856), also known as Peshwa Baji Rao II, was the last Peshwa of the Maratha Empire. He was forced to surrender to the British East India Company in 1818, marking the end of the Maratha rule in India.
Balaji Tambe (1891-1973) was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social reformer. He actively participated in the Indian independence movement and worked towards the upliftment of underprivileged communities in Maharashtra, India.
These are just a few examples of notable figures throughout history who bore the name Balaji, reflecting its deep-rooted connections to Hindu culture, mythology, and historical events in India.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Balaji by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Balaji was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4805 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Balaji: questions and answers
How popular is the name Balaji in the UK right now?
In 2012, Balaji was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Balaji most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Balaji in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Balaji?
A Hindu masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "young child" or "sublime lord".
How many people are called Balaji in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Balaji across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.