Balázs


Balázs is a Hungarian surname and male given name, equivalent to the French name Blaise.

Etymology

The etymology of the word is disputed. In some explanations, the Latin name Blasius has been identified with the Greek Basileus, meaning 'royal'. Other sources explain the meaning of the name as a combination of two words. According to those, the prefix is blandus or belasius~bel, while in the suffix syros lies.

As a settlement name

The name frequently appears as a toponym, particularly within the former territory of the Kingdom of Hungary. However, in some cases, it is exclusively present or identifiable in the Hungarian version of the settlement's name.

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