Bartlomiej Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: Bart-loh-mee //ˈbɑːrtloʊmi//
Origin: Hebrew; Polish
Meaning: son of the earth (Hebrew); variant of Bartholomew (Polish)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bartlomiej is of Slavic origin, derived from the Hebrew name Bar-Talmay, which means "son of the furrow" or "son of the farmer." This name was adapted into Greek as Bartolomaios and subsequently into Latin as Bartholomaeus. The transition into various European languages occurred during the early Middle Ages, with the name entering Old French as Barthélemy before being adopted into Polish as Bartłomiej.
The evolution of the name reflects the linguistic shifts and cultural exchanges that took place in Europe over centuries, particularly during the spread of Christianity and the influence of biblical texts. Historically, Bartlomiej is associated with Saint Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is traditionally believed to have been martyred in the first century.
His feast day is celebrated on August 24, and he is often depicted in religious art, which has contributed to the name's enduring presence in Christian communities. The name appears in various historical texts and translations, including the Vulgate, the Latin version of the Bible, which was widely used in the medieval period.
The significance of Saint Bartholomew in Christian tradition has helped maintain the name's relevance across generations. Culturally, Bartlomiej carries connotations of agricultural heritage and familial ties to the land, resonating with communities that value agrarian roots.
The name has also been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with diminutives such as Bart or Bartuś emerging in Polish-speaking regions. The historical and cultural significance of Bartlomiej reflects a blend of religious devotion and connection to the earth, ensuring its place in the tapestry of names throughout history.
Famous people named Bartlomiej
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Bartlomiej Kaczmarek is a professional footballer best known for playing with various clubs in Poland and the Polish national team.
Bartlomiej Sienkiewicz is a Polish writer and journalist best known for his contributions to contemporary literature and media in Poland.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bartlomiej was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Bartlomiej has ranked as high as #12969 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Bartlomiej has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Bartlomiej is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Bartlomiej was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Bartlomiej.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 | 6 |
| 2004 | 8 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 12 | 12 |
| 1999 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Bartlomiej (2007)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 8 |