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Erickson 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

Erickson Rank #3,351
Bartholomew Rank #3,348

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 vs #3351 for Erickson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erickson or Bartholomew more popular?

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 compared to Erickson at #3351 in the United States.

What do Erickson and Bartholomew mean?

Erickson means "son of Eric, son of the ever-ruler" (Old Norse origin). Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin).

Are Erickson and Bartholomew boy or girl names?

Erickson is primarily a boy name. Bartholomew is primarily a boy name.

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