Bartholomew vs Marshal

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

Bartholomew Rank #3,348
Marshal Rank #3,292

Marshal is more popular, ranked #3292 vs #3348 for Bartholomew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartholomew or Marshal more popular?

Marshal is more popular, ranked #3292 compared to Bartholomew at #3348 in the United States.

What do Bartholomew and Marshal mean?

Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin). Marshal means "horse keeper, stable master" (Old French origin).

Are Bartholomew and Marshal boy or girl names?

Bartholomew is primarily a boy name. Marshal is primarily a boy name.

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