Bartolo
Bartolo is a Christian boy name of Aramaic, via Spanish origin, meaning “Short form of Bartolomé, 'son of Talmai'”.
| Meaning | Short form of Bartolomé, 'son of Talmai' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Aramaic, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | BAHR-toh-loh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Italy, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Bartolo
Bartolo is a Spanish and Italian short form of Bartolomé or Bartolomeo, the apostle Bartholomew. Bartholomew comes from the Aramaic 'bar Talmai', meaning son of Talmai; Talmai itself is sometimes explained as 'furrow' or 'abounding in furrows', though this is uncertain. In Spain and Latin America, Bartolo has long been used as a familiar, rustic nickname and sometimes as a full name in its own right.
Is Bartolo a Christian name?
Bartholomew is listed among the twelve apostles in the Gospels and is often identified with Nathanael of John's Gospel.
How popular is Bartolo?
Rare today, regarded as old-fashioned or folksy.
Gifts with the name Bartolo
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Spellings and variants of Bartolo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bartolo mean?
Bartolo means 'Short form of Bartolomé, 'son of Talmai''. It is of Aramaic, via Spanish origin.
Is Bartolo a Christian name?
Bartholomew is listed among the twelve apostles in the Gospels and is often identified with Nathanael of John's Gospel.
How do you pronounce Bartolo?
Bartolo is pronounced BAHR-toh-loh.
Is Bartolo a boy or girl name?
Bartolo is usually a boy name.