Bartłomiej – Name Meaning
Bartłomiej is a Polish name derived from the Hebrew name Bartholomew, which means “son of Talmai”. The name Bartłomiej is often shortened to Bartek or Bartosz in Poland. It is a popular name in Poland and has been used since the Middle Ages.
History and Origin
The origin of the name Bartłomiej dates back to the Old Testament. In the Bible, Bartholomew was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He was also known as Nathanael, and he was a close friend of St. Peter. The name Bartholomew comes from two Hebrew words: bar, meaning “son”, and tholmai, meaning “Talmai”. Talmai was an ancient king of Geshur, a region located in modern-day Syria.
The name Bartłomiej first appeared in Poland during the Middle Ages. It was popularized by Saint Bartłomiej (also known as Saint Bartholomew), who was a missionary in Poland during the 12th century. He is considered to be one of the patron saints of Poland.
Popularity
Bartłomiej is a very popular name in Poland. According to data from 2018, it was the 11th most popular male name in Poland that year. It is especially popular among Catholic families, as Saint Bartłomiej is one of the patron saints of Poland.
Variations
The name Bartłomiej can be shortened to several different variations in Polish, including: Bartek, Bartosz, Bolek, and Tomek. There are also several other variations of this name in other languages, such as: Barthélemy (French), Bartolomeo (Italian), and Baltasar (Spanish).
