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Boy Name Indian · Sanskrit

Balachandra

Pronunciation /bal-ACH-andr-a/

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“Crescent Moon”

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Balachandra's Numerology

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The Expression (Destiny) number, calculated from the letters of Balachandra.

11
The Visionary
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GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Starting soundBa
Numerology11 · The Visionary
Name-based RashiDhanu (Sagittarius)
Traditional gemstoneYellow Sapphire
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B → Dhanu (Sagittarius)
Traditional name-sound (akshar) association
Lucky gemstone: Yellow Sapphire
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Meaning of Balachandra

Balachandra is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “Young Moon; Crescent Moon”.

Balachandra's Style

Sanskrit Indian Timeless Long Boy

Balachandra at a Glance

Popularity
42/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
58/100
Pronunciation
64/100

Balachandra is a uncommon name with a balanced character.

Balachandra Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#77#134#1902015201920232026
Status
Uncommon
Direction
↓ Falling
Est. Position
~#190

📊 Estimated position from Baby Name Spot's popularity model — not an official government ranking. Verified year-by-year data for India isn't displayed yet.

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Bal Bala Baly Balachandr Balachand

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Balachandra Name Profile

MeaningCrescent Moon
OriginIndian · Sanskrit
GenderBoy Name
First LetterB
Letters11
Syllables4
Baby Name Spot Popularity Score42/100

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