Bartholomew vs Ferrin

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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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bartholomew Rank #3,348
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartholomew or Ferrin more popular?

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Bartholomew and Ferrin mean?

Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bartholomew and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Bartholomew is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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