Bartholomew

“Aramaic”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3477US 2023

33Births / yr

↑Rising

4.1kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Bartholomew

bah·RTHAH·lumy·oo

/bɑ.ˈrθɑ.ləmj.ˌuː/ · stress on RTHAH · 4 syllables

“Aramaic”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Bartholomew mean and where does it come from?

Bartholomew is derived from the Aramaic name בר תלמא (bar-Talma), meaning 'son of Talmai'. In the Christian tradition, Bartholomew is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. The name has seen various adaptations in different languages, such as Bartolomeo in Italian and Bartolomé in Spanish. Historicall

Cultural significance

Bartholomew has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of aramaic.

Peak popularity

Reached #496 in 1885 — currently #3477 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bartholomew?

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

Bartholomew Grace

How popular is Bartholomew right now?

Rising fast — up 306 spots — currently #3477 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#3477 · Top 2.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3477	33	▲ up 306 · +14% births
2022	#3783	29	▼ down 600 · -22% births
2021	#3183	37	▲ up 1200 · +68% births
2020	#4383	22	▲ up 505 · +16% births
2015	#4888	19	▲ up 2702 · +90% births
2010	#7590	10	▼ down 3124 · -47% births
2005	#4466	19	▼ down 1245 · -27% births
2000	#3221	26	▼ down 291 · +8% births
1995	#2930	24	▼ down 1266 · -51% births
1990	#1664	49	▼ down 469 · -21% births
1985	#1195	62	▼ down 124 · -13% births
1980	#1071	71	▼ down 18 · +15% births
1975	#1053	62	▲ up 19 · +7% births
1970	#1072	58	▲ up 139 · +45% births
1965	#1211	40	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bartholomew

Best Year1910Rank #1009

Peak Count71

Average Rank#2168

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Bartholomew

Bartholomew has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. With 4,094 total births recorded, Bartholomew remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #935 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #3477 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Bartholomew in 1885:

John William James George Charles

Bartholomew by decade

Bartholomew peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	87
1890s	78
1900s	52
1910s	290
1920s	345
1930s	251
1940s	318
1950s	436
1960s	447
1970s ★	598
1980s	557
1990s	271
2000s	150
2010s	192
2020s	22

💎With 4,094 total births, Bartholomew is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Bartholomew?

CROATIAN

Bartol

DUTCH

BartBartelMeesMies

ENGLISH

BartTolly

HUNGARIAN

BartaBartalBertók

What names sound and feel like Bartholomew?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bartholomew also consider these

Batholomew

Arabic · A Arabic name

Bartholome

Greece · Son of the

Bartolomej

Arabic · A Arabic name

Bartholomeo

Arabic · A Arabic name

Alexander

Greece · defender of the

Alexandrew

Greece · Defender of men

How is Bartholomew written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Bartholomew?

Jerneja SLOVENE Neja SLOVENE Talmai BIBLICAL HEBREW Parthalán IRISH MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Bartholomew

What does the name Bartholomew mean?

Bartholomew means "Aramaic" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Bartholomew?

Bartholomew is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Bartholomew?

Bartholomew originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Bartholomew?

Bartholomew is a four-syllable name pronounced B AA0 R TH AA1 L AH0 M Y UW2. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Bartholomew?

Bartholomew pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.