[This is new and different, indeed. Brigid recognized him as an angel, but that was in person, and after she'd met Raphael. Balthazar is perfectly aware he's a lesser angel, definitely not mentioned in the Bible, and he's happy that way.

On the other hand, being recognized is a bit of an ego boost. There's a moment's pause while he considers whether to out himself or laugh it off. He switched the connection to private and turns the video feed on:]

Normally people recognize it at the name of one of the Magi first, but yes. It's an angel's name. It's my name. Are you a student of mysticism or some such?