Bartholomew vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Bartholomew

Archibald Cornelius Cecily Beatrice Theodore

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartholomew or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bartholomew at #3348 in the United States.

What do Bartholomew and Theodore mean?

Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bartholomew and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bartholomew is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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