Bartolomej
“son of the furrow”
Slavic origin · Boy name
#1751US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Bartolomej mean and where does it come from?
Bartolomej is a Slavic variant of the name Bartholomew, derived from the Aramaic 'bar-Talmay', meaning 'son of the furrow'.
Cultural significance
The name Bartolomej is used in various Slavic cultures, particularly in Poland and the Czech Republic, often associated with historical and religious figures.
Peak popularity
Reached #1751 in 2015 — currently #1751 in the US.
How else can you spell Bartolomej?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Bartolomej?
Bartolomej works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Bartolomej Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartolomej John
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartolomej Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartolomej Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Bartolomej Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Bartolomej Kai
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Bartolomej right now?
Holding steady — currently #1751 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Bartolomej 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 Bartolomej?
CROATIAN
Bartol
DUTCH
BartBartelMeesMies
ENGLISH
BartTolly
HUNGARIAN
BartaBartalBertók
Famous people named Bartolomej
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Bartolomej de Medina
A 16th-century Spanish Jesuit missionary known for his work in the Philippines.
What names sound and feel like Bartolomej?
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Common questions about the name Bartolomej
What does the name Bartolomej mean?
Bartolomej means "son of the furrow" — a name rooted in Slavic 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 Bartolomej?
Bartolomej 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 Bartolomej?
Bartolomej originates from Slavic tradition. Slavic 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 Bartolomej?
Bartolomej 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 Bartolomej more of a girl or boy name?
Bartolomej is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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