Bartholomew vs Eliakim

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
Nicknames
Bart, Barry, Tolly

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bartholomew Rank #3,348
Eliakim Rank #3,260

Eliakim is more popular, ranked #3260 vs #3348 for Bartholomew.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bartholomew ___

  • Bartholomew James
  • Bartholomew Edward
  • Bartholomew John
  • Bartholomew William
  • Bartholomew Thomas
  • Bartholomew Henry

Eliakim ___

  • Eliakim James
  • Eliakim David
  • Eliakim Nathaniel
  • Eliakim Joseph
  • Eliakim Isaiah

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bartholomew

Archibald Cornelius Cecily Beatrice Theodore

If you choose Eliakim

Tabitha Ezekiel Miriam Josiah Naomi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartholomew or Eliakim more popular?

Eliakim is more popular, ranked #3260 compared to Bartholomew at #3348 in the United States.

What do Bartholomew and Eliakim mean?

Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin). Eliakim means "God raises up" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bartholomew and Eliakim boy or girl names?

Bartholomew is primarily a boy name. Eliakim is primarily a boy name.

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