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Bartholomew vs Rusty

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
Rusty Rank #3,364

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 vs #3364 for Rusty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartholomew or Rusty more popular?

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 compared to Rusty at #3364 in the United States.

What do Bartholomew and Rusty mean?

Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin). Rusty means "rust-colored, reddish-brown" (English origin).

Are Bartholomew and Rusty boy or girl names?

Bartholomew is primarily a boy name. Rusty is primarily a boy name.

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