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Balzac

Gender  Male
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

An artistic and cultured name meaning French writer, inspired by the novelist.

Related Names

Honoré, Balzy.

Famous Usage

French writer Honore de Balzac (1799-1850).

Screen Details

Most notably associated with the famous French novelist Honoré de Balzac, though not commonly used in movies or TV. The 1999 film 'Balzac: A Life of Passion' portrayed the writer's life. A character named Balzac appears in the video game 'Xenogears'.

Personality Plus

Sophisticated, intellectual, and dramatic - ideal for a pet with dignified bearing and a flair for the theatrical. Suits an observer who watches everything with keen interest, much like the novelist who was known for his detailed observations of society.

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