Bartolo
Bartolo is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Son of Talmai (son of the furrows).
Origin and history
Bartolo is a male given name derived from Bartholomew, rooted in the Aramaic name patronymic meaning 'son of Talmai'. Historically popular in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures, it is relatively rare in the United States, recorded under 1,000 times since 1880. It carries a classical, traditional feel, often serving as an heritage-focused choice today.
Popularity in the United States
912 babies in the United States have been named Bartolo since 1880. It ranks #3766 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1887.
States where it is most popular
- TX (88.1 %)
- CA (7.9 %)
- NY (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 64 |
| 1920-1930 | 140 |
| 1930-1940 | 107 |
| 1940-1950 | 55 |
| 1950-1960 | 81 |
| 1960-1970 | 84 |
| 1970-1980 | 68 |
| 1980-1990 | 67 |
| 1990-2000 | 81 |
| 2000-2010 | 77 |
| 2010-2019 | 48 |
| 2020-2029 | 40 |
Famous people named Bartolo
- Bartolo Colón: baseball player, pitcher
Fun facts
- Bartolo derives from the biblical name Bartholomew, originating from the Aramaic name Bar-Talmai.
- The name famously appears in classic operas such as Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro and Rossini's The Barber of Seville as Doctor Bartolo.