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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Barthol

Son of Talmai

Pronunciation: /ˈbɑːrθɒləmɪəw/, /ˈbɑːrθɒləmjuː/, /bɑːr.θɒ.lə.mi.əw/, /bɑːr.θɒ.lə.mi.juː/ ([bɑːrθəˈlɔːmɛw], [bɑːrθəˈlɔːmjuː], [bɑːr.ðə.lɔː.mɛ.w], [bɑːr.ðə.lɔː.mjuː])

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 75
Meaning
Son of Talmai
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
8
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueGold

What does Barthol mean?

Derived from the Aramaic name Bar-Talmai, which translates to 'son of Talmai'. In the New Testament, Bartholomew is identified as one of the twelve apostles. He is also known as Nathanael.

Barthol in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
Bar-Talya
Son of Talmai
Greek
Bartholomaios
Son of Talmai
Latin
Bartholomeus
Son of Talmai
English
Bartholomew
Son of Talmai

How to pronounce Barthol

English pronunciation
/ˈbɑːrθɒləmɪəw/, /ˈbɑːrθɒləmjuː/, /bɑːr.θɒ.lə.mi.əw/, /bɑːr.θɒ.lə.mi.juː/
Biblical pronunciation
/bɑːrθɒləməw/, /bɑːrθɒləmjuː/, /bɑːr.θɒ.lə.mi.əw/, /bɑːr.θɒ.lə.mi.juː/
IPA notation
[bɑːrθəˈlɔːmɛw], [bɑːrθəˈlɔːmjuː], [bɑːr.ðə.lɔː.mɛ.w], [bɑːr.ðə.lɔː.mjuː]

Numerology & personality

Expressive, creative, and artistic.

Associated Traits
FaithfulLoyalDeterminedC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes faith and devotion to spiritual teachings.

Bartholomew is considered a patron saint in various regions and countries, including Portugal, where he is referred to as "infante do paraíso" ("infant of paradise"); Canada, where he is the patron saint of fur traders; and Taiwan, where he is believed to protect farmers. In popular culture, Bartholomew is often depicted as a strong and fearless figure.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:16; Luke 6:14)

Saint connection: Bartholomew the Apostle

Popularity of Barthol by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 75 2024
Poland PL 65 2024
United Kingdom UK 70 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Barthol

What does Barthol mean?
Barthol is an Aramaic name, meaning 'son of Talmai'.
Is Barthol a Christianity name?
Yes, Barthol is a name with strong religious significance in Christianity. It is identified in the New Testament as the name of one of the twelve apostles.
How to pronounce Barthol?
BAR-thol-ehm
Is Barthol popular today?
Though not as common as some other names, Barthol is still used and cherished by many, particularly within Christian communities.
What is the origin of Barthol?
Barthol is an Aramaic name, meaning 'son of Talmai'.