Bartholow
“son of the furrow”
English origin · Unisex name
#1737US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Bartholow mean and where does it come from?
Bartholow is derived from the surname Bartholomew, which comes from the Aramaic 'bar-Talmay', meaning 'son of the furrow'.
Cultural significance
The name Bartholow is less common as a given name but retains historical ties to the biblical figure Bartholomew.
Peak popularity
Reached #1737 in 2015 — currently #1737 in the US.
How else can you spell Bartholow?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Bartholow?
Bartholow works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Bartholow Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartholow John
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartholow Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartholow Grace
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartholow Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Bartholow Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Bartholow right now?
Holding steady — currently #1737 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Bartholow 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 Bartholow?
Common
BarBaOlow
What names sound and feel like Bartholow?
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Common questions about the name Bartholow
What does the name Bartholow mean?
Bartholow means "son of the furrow" — a name rooted in English 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 Bartholow?
Bartholow 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 Bartholow?
Bartholow originates from English tradition. English 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 Bartholow?
Bartholow 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 Bartholow more of a girl or boy name?
Bartholow is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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