Marshal 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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshal or Bartholomew more popular?

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

What do Marshal and Bartholomew mean?

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

Are Marshal and Bartholomew boy or girl names?

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

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