Bartholomew vs Nyles

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
Nyles Rank #3,378

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 vs #3378 for Nyles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartholomew or Nyles more popular?

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 compared to Nyles at #3378 in the United States.

What do Bartholomew and Nyles mean?

Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin). Nyles means "cloud" (Old Irish origin).

Are Bartholomew and Nyles boy or girl names?

Bartholomew is primarily a boy name. Nyles is primarily a boy name.

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