Bartholomew Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bartholomew Name at a Glance

Name	Bartholomew
Meaning	Son of a farmer. Both surname and given name.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bartholomew Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bartholomew means “Son of a farmer. Both surname and given name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Bartholomew Name Origin

Our database records Bartholomew under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Bartholomew a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Bartholomew is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Bartholomew

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