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Bartholomew
bah-THO-luhm-yoo
Bartholomew (name) means a male given name of biblical origin, borne by one of the twelve apostles. Example: “He was named Bartholomew after his grandfather.”
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A male given name of biblical origin, borne by one of the twelve apostles.
"He was named Bartholomew after his grandfather."
How to use Bartholomew
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional male first name, historically linked to the apostle Bartholomew; often shortened to Bart.
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Etymology
From Aramaic bar tolmai, meaning "son of Talmai," via Greek and Latin.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Bartholomew” mean?
The word “Bartholomew” means a male given name of biblical origin, borne by one of the twelve apostles. In plain terms, a traditional male first name, historically linked to the apostle Bartholomew; often shortened to Bart.
How do you pronounce “Bartholomew”?
“Bartholomew” is pronounced bah-THO-luhm-yoo (/bɑɹˈθɑləmju/ in IPA).
How do you use “Bartholomew” in a sentence?
Here is “Bartholomew” used in a sentence: “He was named Bartholomew after his grandfather.”
What part of speech is “Bartholomew”?
“Bartholomew” is a name.
Where does the word “Bartholomew” come from?
The word “Bartholomew” comes from Latin. From Aramaic bar tolmai, meaning "son of Talmai," via Greek and Latin.
Is “Bartholomew” a common word?
“Bartholomew” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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