Boy
Bartholomew
son of Talmai, son of the furrows
About Bartholomew
Bartholomew stands as a testament to classical naming tradition, offering substantial gravitas and historical depth that few names can match. This multi-syllabic treasure carries centuries of cultural weight, biblical significance, and aristocratic associations. The name provides abundant nickname possibilities—Bart, Tolly, Mew—allowing flexibility as a child grows and develops preferences. Bartholomew demonstrates that traditional doesn't mean outdated; rather, it signals appreciation for enduring quality and cultural literacy. The name's length and complexity create distinction in an era of shorter, simpler choices. For families valuing heritage, literature, and time-tested elegance, Bartholomew represents an investment in permanence over passing trends. It's a name that commands respect, suggests substance, and provides a child with roots extending deep into naming history while remaining perfectly viable in contemporary contexts.
Popularity of the Name Bartholomew
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #924 | |
| 1881 | #657 | |
| 1882 | #763 | |
| 1883 | #726 | |
| 1884 | #666 | |
| 1885 | #481 | |
| 1886 | #543 | |
| 1887 | #755 | |
| 1888 | #823 | |
| 1889 | #633 | |
| 1890 | #537 | |
| 1891 | #705 | |
| 1892 | #752 | |
| 1894 | #632 | |
| 1895 | #986 | |
| 1896 | #829 | |
| 1898 | #891 | |
| 1899 | #941 | |
| 1902 | #938 | |
| 1903 | #849 | |
| 1906 | #800 | |
| 1910 | #984 | |
| 1913 | #914 | |
| 1914 | #823 | |
| 1916 | #952 | |
| 1953 | #976 | |
| 1956 | #987 | |
| 1969 | #880 | #133 |
| 1971 | #965 | #143 |
| 1964 | #81 | |
| 1965 | #95 | |
| 1966 | #108 | |
| 1967 | #108 | |
| 1968 | #118 | |
| 1970 | #124 | |
| 1972 | #128 | |
| 1973 | #169 | |
| 1974 | #141 | |
| 1975 | #186 | |
| 1976 | #143 | |
| 1977 | #185 | |
| 1978 | #199 | |
| 1979 | #195 | |
| 1980 | #179 | |
| 1981 | #207 | |
| 1982 | #236 | |
| 1983 | #240 | |
| 1984 | #166 | |
| 1985 | #181 | |
| 1986 | #172 | |
| 1987 | #203 | |
| 1988 | #218 | |
| 1990 | #247 | |
| 1991 | #330 | |
| 1992 | #270 | |
| 1993 | #343 | |
| 1994 | #301 | |
| 1995 | #283 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Bartholomew
- Bart
- Bartolomeo
- Bartolomeu
- Bartel
- Bartholemy
- Bartlett
- Bartosz
- Bartosch
- Bartley
- Barthel
- Barth
Names Similar to Bartholomew
Nicknames for Bartholomew
- Bart
- Barry
- Barty
- Mew
Famous People Named Bartholomew
| Bartholomew Diaz | Portuguese explorer |
| Bartholomew Roberts | Welsh pirate |
| Bartholomew Fairbanks | American inventor |
| Bartholomew H. Bland | American poet |
| Bartholomew Stubbs | English clergyman |
| Bartholomew Green | American printer |
| Bartholomew de Badlesmere | English nobleman |
| Bartholomew Augustine Santamaria | Australian activist |
| Bartholomew Owo | Nigerian bishop |
| Bartholomew I of Constantinople | Ecumenical Patriarch |
| Bartholomew de Burghersh | English knight |
| Bartholomew of Bragança | Portuguese saint |
| Bartholomew Chasseneuz | French theologian |
| Bartholomew de Fontibus | French theologian |
| Bartholomew of Exeter | English bishop |
| Bartholomew Mastrius | Italian philosopher |
| Bartholomew Anglicus | English scholar |
| Bartholomew Gosnold | English explorer |
Characters Named Bartholomew
| Bartholomew Kuma | One Piece |
| Bartholomew Cubbins | Dr. Seuss character |
| Bartholomew H. Simpson | Bart Simpson's full name from The Simpsons |
| Bartholomew "Bart" Allen II | DC Comics character |
| Bartholomew JoJo "Bart" Simpson | The Simpsons |
| Bartholomew "Barry" Allen | DC Comics character, The Flash |
| Bartholomew "Barney" Gumble | The Simpsons |
| Bartholomew Roberts | Assassin's Creed IV - Black Flag |
| Bartholomew Biddle | The Pagemaster |
| Bartholomew Stiggins | The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens |
| Bartholomew "Barth" E. Russ | Resident Evil series |
| Bartholomew "Bart" Bass | Gossip Girl |
| Bartholomew Oobleck | RWBY |
| Bartholomew "Bart" Fatler | The X-Files |
| Bartholomew "Bart" James | Heroes |
| Bartholomew "Barry" Bennett | Police Academy |
| Bartholomew "Bart" Maverick | Maverick |
| Bartholomew "Barry" Chuckle | ChuckleVision |
| Bartholomew "Barry" Goldberg | The Goldbergs |
| Bartholomew "Bart" Bookman | Seinfeld |