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Bartlomiej
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Bartlomiej is a male first name that is considered the Polish variant of the name Bartholomew. This, in turn, has its roots in the Aramaic name Bar-Tolmai (ܒܪ ܬܘܠܡܝ).
What does the name Bartlomiej mean?
The first name Bartlomiej is considered the Polish form of Bartholomew and originally derives from the Aramaic Bar-Tolmai (ܒܪ ܬܘܠܡܝ). The meaning of the name can be translated as 'the son of Tolmai' or, metaphorically, as 'the son of the furrower.' This comes from the two ancient Aramaic words bar, meaning 'son,' and telem, which stands for 'furrows,' 'wrinkled,' or 'full of folds.' In the Bible, Bartlomiej is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is often identified with Nathanael. The ecumenical variant Bartolomew is also widespread. Other forms include Bartholomeus, Bartholomaeus, Bartholomaios, Bartholomäa, Bartosz, Bartosch, Bartholomew, Bartolomeo, Bartolome, Bartolo, Bartolomej, Bartolomeu, Bartolommeo, Bartolmai, Bartymeusz, Bartlett, Barthelemy, Bart, Bartel, Barthel, Bartek, Barto, Bartje, Bartelt, Bartelemy, and Jernej. Female variants of the name are Bartholomea, Bartolomea, Bartolina, and Bartola.
Where does the name Bartlomiej come from?
The name Bartlomiej has its roots in ancient Aramaic and means 'the son of Tolmai.'
How do you pronounce Bartlomiej?
The pronunciation of Bartlomiej is four syllables and has a complex sound structure. The name is generally pronounced as 'Bart-lo-miej' [bartlɔˈmjɛj], with firm consonants alternating with softer, flowing sounds. The special sound sequence and the characteristic ending '-miej' give the name an individual, culturally influenced depth. Bartlomiej sounds distinctive and independent – powerful, nuanced, and with a vibrant, slightly rough timbre.
When is the name day of Bartlomiej?
The name day for Bartlomiej is celebrated on August 24.
Popularity
In Germany, Bartlomiej is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2017, reaching 2,068th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 50 times as a first name, which places it 3,586th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,575th. Internationally, Bartlomiej shows varying popularity in different countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Bartek / Barti
Frequently asked questions about the name Bartlomiej
What does the name Bartlomiej mean?
The name Bartlomiej means 'the son of Tolmai' and has its roots in ancient Aramaic. It is often associated with the terms for 'son' and 'furrows.'
Is Bartlomiej a common name?
Bartlomiej is particularly common in Polish-speaking regions. In other countries, the name may appear in various forms such as Bartholomew or Bartolomeo.
What nicknames are there for Bartlomiej?
Typical nicknames for Bartlomiej are Bartek and Barti, both of which allow for a friendly and familiar address.
How is Bartlomiej pronounced?
Bartlomiej is pronounced approximately as 'Bart-lo-mi-j,' with the emphasis on the second syllable.