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Azel vs Bartholomew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bartholomew

Boy #3,348 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Talmai, son of the furrows"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,348
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Azel Rank #3,542
Bartholomew Rank #3,348

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 vs #3542 for Azel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Azel or Bartholomew more popular?

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 compared to Azel at #3542 in the United States.

What do Azel and Bartholomew mean?

Azel means "noble, reserved" (Hebrew origin). Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin).

Are Azel and Bartholomew boy or girl names?

Azel is primarily a boy name. Bartholomew is primarily a boy name.

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