Balázs

Balázs is a Hungarian masculine given name. It is the Hungarian form of Blaise, from the Latin Blasius, a name of uncertain origin that became associated with Saint Blaise, a third-century bishop venerated in Western Christianity. The given name Balázs has been in use in Hungary since the Middle Ages and remains common today.

In Hungarian practice, the name day for Balázs is February 3, corresponding to Saint Blaise’s feast. The name is primarily used as a male given name in Hungary and is less common as a surname. Outside Hungary, the form Balázs is primarily encountered among Hungarian communities and in historical or literary contexts.

Notable individuals named Balázs include Balázs Dzsudzsák, a Hungarian footballer who has played for PSV Eindhoven and the Hungarian national team. The name is widely used across various fields in Hungary, including sports, arts, and academia.

See also: Blaise, Blasius. These related names provide context for the etymology and international forms of Balázs.