31%RatingSave Gender Masculine Usage Judeo-Christian Legend Meaning & History Meaning unknown. In Christian legends Barlaam (recorded as Greek Βαρλαάμ) was a 3rd-century hermit who converted Josaphat, the son of an Indian king, to Christianity. The story is based on that of the Buddha. This name was also borne by two saints. Family Tree·DetailsRelated Names Other Languages & CulturesVarlaam, Varlam(Russian) Categories Orthodox Saints, saints Entry updated May 29, 2020 ·