Bartholomeus

A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1734US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Bartholomeus mean and where does it come from?

Bartholomeus is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Bartholomeus carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1734 in 2015 — currently #1734 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Bartholomeus?

Bartholomeus works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bartholomeus Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Bartholomeus Rose
Floral · soft ending
Bartholomeus Mae
Sweet · timeless
Bartholomeus Claire
French influence · crisp
Bartholomeus Jane
Literary · strong
Bartholomeus Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Bartholomeus right now?

Holding steady — currently #1734 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1734 · Top 1.3%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#173410stable
2022#173410stable
2021#173410stable
2020#173410stable
2019#173410
💎Bartholomeus is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Bartholomeus?

CROATIAN
Bartol
DUTCH
BartBartelMeesMies
ENGLISH
BartTolly
HUNGARIAN
BartaBartalBertók

Famous people named Bartholomeus

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Bartholomeus (Arab poet)
Bartholomeus carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Bartholomeus (historical Arab ruler)
Bartholomeus held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Bartholomeus (Sufi mystic)
Bartholomeus used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Bartholomeus (Islamic scholar)
Bartholomeus bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Common questions about the name Bartholomeus

What does the name Bartholomeus mean?
Bartholomeus means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Bartholomeus?
Bartholomeus is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bartholomeus?
Bartholomeus originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Bartholomeus?
Bartholomeus pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Bartholomeus a common or rare name?
Bartholomeus is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.