Bartolome
bar-toh-loh-MEH
Bartolome is the Spanish form of Bartholomew, from the Aramaic Bar-Talmai, meaning 'son of Talmai.' Talmai is itself a Hebrew name possibly meaning 'ridge of furrows' or 'abounding in furrows,' relating to agricultural imagery. Bartholomew was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, making Bartolome a deeply apostolic name in Catholic tradition. The name was widely used throughout the Spanish-speaking world during the colonial era and has historical resonance in both Spain and the Americas.
At a glance
The Spanish form of apostolic Bartholomew, meaning 'son of Talmai.' Historically prominent in colonial Spain and Latin America, now a rare but distinguished vintage name.
Etymology & History
From Aramaic Bar-Talmai, a patronymic meaning 'son of Talmai.' Talmai is an Old Testament name, appearing in the Hebrew Bible as a Canaanite king of Hebron. The name entered Greek as Bartholomaios, was latinized as Bartholomaeus, and became Bartolome in Spanish, with the accent on the final syllable.
Cultural Significance
Saint Bartholomew the Apostle is venerated on August 24 in the Catholic calendar. His name was extensively used in colonial Spanish America, and numerous towns, missions, and churches bear the name San Bartolome or Santo Tomas. Bartolome de las Casas (1484-1566), the Dominican friar who fought for indigenous rights, is one of the most historically significant bearers of the name.
Famous people named Bartolome
Bartolome de las Casas
Bartolome Esteban Murillo
Frequently Asked Questions
Names like Bartolome
Baltazar
“God protect the king”
Baltazar is the Spanish form of Balthasar, traditionally one of the names given to the Three Magi who visited the infant Jesus. The name derives from the Phoenician or Babylonian Bel-shar-usur, meaning 'Bel protects the king' or 'God protect the king.' Bel was a Babylonian deity, though Christian tradition reinterpreted the name in a monotheistic context. In Spanish Catholic culture, Baltazar is associated with the feast of the Epiphany on January 6, one of the most important celebrations of the year.
Basilio
“king or kingly”
Basilio is the Italian form of the Greek name Basileios, rooted in 'basileus,' the ancient Greek word for king. The name entered the Christian world through Saint Basil the Great, one of the most important theologians of the early Church, which gave it widespread use across Catholic and Orthodox communities alike. In Italy, Basilio combines regal meaning with deep spiritual heritage, making it a name of genuine substance and historical weight.
Bautista
“Baptist”
Bautista is the Spanish form of Baptist, derived from the Greek baptistes meaning one who baptises. The name refers directly to Saint John the Baptist, the biblical prophet who baptised Jesus in the River Jordan. It carries profound spiritual weight in Catholic culture and has surged in popularity across Argentina and the wider Spanish-speaking world in recent decades, appreciated for its bold sound and its deep roots in Christian tradition.
Benito
“Blessed”
Benito is the Spanish and Italian diminutive form of Benedicto or Benedetto, ultimately derived from the Latin benedictus meaning blessed or one who speaks well. The name carries a sense of divine favour and spiritual goodness. It has a warm, Mediterranean quality and is associated with Saint Benedict, the founder of Western monasticism.
Bernardo
“Brave as a bear”
Bernardo is the Italian and Spanish form of Bernard, meaning 'brave as a bear' or 'strong bear'. It combines the Germanic elements for 'bear' and 'hardy' or 'brave', evoking an image of natural strength and courageous spirit. The name has a rich history across European cultures, carried by saints, artists, and explorers.
Bonifacio
“Of good fate or doer of good”
Bonifacio is the Spanish form of the Latin Bonifacius, composed of bonus (good) and facere (to do, to make) or fatum (fate, destiny), giving the meaning 'doer of good' or 'of good fate.' The name was borne by several popes and important saints, most notably Saint Boniface of Mainz, the eighth-century missionary known as the Apostle to the Germans. The name was widely used across Catholic Europe and the Spanish-speaking world through the influence of these venerable figures.
Where you'll find Bartolome
Bartolome shows up in these curated collections across Namekin.