Bartholomew
Bartholomew is a Christian boy name of Aramaic, via Greek origin, meaning “Son of Talmai”.
| Meaning | Son of Talmai |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Aramaic, via Greek |
| Written as | Βαρθολομαῖος |
| Pronunciation | bar-THOL-uh-myoo |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Poland, Italy, United States |
Meaning and origin of Bartholomew
Bartholomew comes from the Aramaic bar Talmai, 'son of Talmai'. Talmai is an older Semitic name sometimes explained as 'furrow' or 'abounding in furrows', though that meaning is not certain. Bartholomew is one of the Twelve Apostles listed in the Gospels, and many Christians identify him with Nathanael from the Gospel of John. Tradition says he preached in Armenia and India and was martyred.
Is Bartholomew a Christian name?
Bartholomew is a New Testament apostle, honoured in Catholic, Orthodox and Anglican churches; his feast day in the West is 24 August. The Armenian Church counts him as one of its founders.
How popular is Bartholomew?
Uncommon today in English; the short form Bart and European forms like Bartek are more often heard.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bartholomew mean?
Bartholomew means 'Son of Talmai'. It is of Aramaic, via Greek origin.
Is Bartholomew a Christian name?
Bartholomew is a New Testament apostle, honoured in Catholic, Orthodox and Anglican churches; his feast day in the West is 24 August. The Armenian Church counts him as one of its founders.
How do you pronounce Bartholomew?
Bartholomew is pronounced bar-THOL-uh-myoo.
Is Bartholomew a boy or girl name?
Bartholomew is usually a boy name.