Bartholomew

Meaning

Son of Talmai

Derived from the Aramaic name Bar-Talmay, meaning 'son of Talmai.' In the New Testament, Bartholomew was one of the twelve apostles, often identified with Nathanael.

Popularity

Less common today

Bartholomew isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,662 in 1990.

Births over time

US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).

Where it's most popular

Famous Namesakes

Saint BartholomewHistorical
One of the twelve apostles of Jesus
Bartholomew RobertsHistorical
Welsh pirate known as Black Bart
Bartholomew CubbinsFictional
The protagonist of two Dr. Seuss books · The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins
Bartholomew JoJo SimpsonFictional
The full name of Bart Simpson · The Simpsons