Bartola Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: bar-TOH-lah /bɑːrˈtoʊlə/
Origin: Spanish; Italian
Meaning: Spanish: derived from 'Bartolome'; Italian: diminutive of 'Bartolomeo'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bartola has its roots in the Hebrew name Bartholomai, which means "son of the furrow" or "son of the farmer." This name was adapted into Greek as Bartholomaios, and subsequently into Latin as Bartholomaeus. The name made its way into Old French as Bartolome, before evolving into various forms in the vernacular languages of Europe, including Bartola in Italian and Spanish contexts.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Latin and French forms, particularly during the Middle Ages when biblical names were widely adopted across Europe. Historically, Bartholomew is recognized as one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, mentioned in the New Testament.
His significance is underscored in the Christian tradition, where he is often associated with the evangelization of Armenia and is venerated as a saint. The name Bartola, as a feminine form, likely emerged in the context of Christian naming practices, where names of saints were adapted for women.
The feast day of Saint Bartholomew is celebrated on August 24, further embedding the name within the Christian liturgical calendar. Culturally, the name Bartola carries connotations of agricultural roots and familial ties, reflecting the importance of land and farming in historical societies.
The name's association with Bartholomew, a figure of faith and dedication, contributes to its enduring resonance in various cultures. In some contexts, diminutive forms such as Barti may also be used, reflecting affection or familiarity.
Overall, Bartola encapsulates a rich historical and cultural narrative that connects linguistic evolution with religious significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bartola was first seen in the United States in 1920.
Bartola has ranked as high as #883 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Bartola has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Bartola 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 Bartola was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Bartola
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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 Bartola.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |