Balog History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Balog family

The surname Balog was first found in Austria, where the name Balogh became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Balog family

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Balog Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Balogh, Balof, Balhorn, Belloch, Belloch, Balog and others.

Early Notables of the Balog family

the Balogh family of Austria

Balog Ranking

the United States, the name Balog is the 17,892^nd most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1

Balog migration to the United States +

Balog Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Stephen Balog, who was naturalized in Illinois in 1910

Contemporary Notables of the name Balog (post 1700) +

James Balog (b. 1952), American photographer
James Balog, American politician, Village President of Carol Stream, Illinois, 1959-62 2
Leonarda Balog (b. 1993), Croatian football defender
Vilmos Balog (b. 1975), Hungarian boxer at the 2004 Summer Olympics
Zsolt Balog (b. 1978), Hungarian professional football defender
Zoltán Balog (b. 1978), Hungarian professional football defender

Sources +

"What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/
The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2016, January 14) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html