Balaji
Meaning of Balaji
Balaji is a male name with Tamil and Telugu origins. In these languages, it is pronounced as bah-LAH-jee (/bɑˈlɑ.dʒi/). The name also has variations such as Bala. Balaji carries a sense of cultural richness and heritage, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their baby boy. While the name may not be commonly used in the United States, it still holds a special place among families who appreciate its significance and history.
Pronunciation
Tamil,Telugu
- Pronunced as bah-LAH-jee (/bɑˈlɑ.dʒi/)
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Notable People Named Balaji
| Balaji Baji Rao, also known as Nana Saheb I, served as the 8th Peshwa of the Maratha Confederacy after succeeding his father in 1740. |
| Balaji Vishwanath Bhat was a prominent figure in the early 18th century, assisting in consolidating the Maratha Empire and securing Shahu's position as a legitimate Mughal vassal. |
| Balaji Srinivasan - Balaji S. Srinivasan is an Indian-American entrepreneur and investor known for co-founding Counsyl, serving as the former CTO of Coinbase, and being a former general partner at Andreessen Horowitz. |
| Balaji Mohan is an Indian filmmaker and actor known for his work in Tamil-language films, and he made his directorial debut with the romantic comedy Kadhalil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi. |
| Balaji Sampath is an Indian educationist and social activist, known for founding the non-profit organization Association for India's Development, which focuses on science teaching and primary school programs for children in India. |
| Balaji Sakthivel is a renowned Indian actor and director of Tamil films, most famous for directing the 2004 film, Kaadhal. |
| Balaji Venugopal is an Indian actor known for his work in Tamil films, including Madrasapattinam and Nanban. |
| Wandavasi Dorakanti Balaji Rao is an Indian-Canadian cricketer who has represented Canada in One Day International and Twenty20 Internationals, and also played for India at the U-19 level. |
