Bartłomiej is a Polish masculine given name derived from the Latin name Bartholomew, which was itself derived from the Aramaic name Bar-Talmai, meaning "son of Talmai." The name Talmai is believed to mean "abundance" or "height," suggesting that Bartłomiej could be translated as "son of abundance" or "son of height."
The name Bartholomew is one of the twelve apostles in the New Testament of the Bible, and he is often associated with Saint Bartholomew's Day, a public holiday celebrated on August 24th in some European countries. However, this aspect of the name's history is not necessarily linked to individuals bearing the name Bartłomiej.
The name Bartłomiej has been used in Poland since the Middle Ages and was quite popular among Polish nobility during that time. It has since become one of the most common male given names in Poland today.
One notable figure with the name Bartłomiej is Bartłomiej Pękiel, a famous 16th-century Polish poet and satirist who wrote under the pen name "Jan Kochanowski." His works, including his epic poem "Treny" (Laments), are considered some of the most important pieces of literature in the Polish language.
In summary, Bartłomiej is a Polish masculine given name with roots tracing back to the Latin and Aramaic languages. Its meaning, "son of abundance" or "son of height," reflects its origins as a variant of the name Bartholomew. While it has historical associations with the apostle Saint Bartholomew and notable literary figures like Bartłomiej Pękiel, these connections do not define the name's significance for individuals who bear it today.
The name Bartlomiej has seen a varied but steady presence among newborns in the United States over the past few decades, with an overall total of 81 births recorded between 1993 and 2010.
Throughout this period, the number of babies named Bartlomiej has fluctuated from year to year. The name's popularity peaked in the early 2000s, with 12 births recorded in the year 2000. This was the highest number of Bartlomiej births in any given year during this period.
Despite this peak, the name's popularity has remained relatively consistent over time. Between 1993 and 2010, there were at least five births every year, with the exception of 2006 which saw six births. The lowest number of Bartlomiej births occurred in both 1993 and 1995, with only five recorded each year.
The years 1998 to 2010 saw a more consistent trend, with at least eight Bartlomiej births every year except for 2002 (seven births) and 2006 (six births). This indicates that the name has maintained a steady level of popularity among parents choosing names for their newborn sons during this period.
In summary, while the number of babies named Bartlomiej has varied from year to year in the United States between 1993 and 2010, the name has remained consistently present with an overall total of 81 births. Its peak popularity occurred in the early 2000s, but it has maintained a steady level of popularity throughout this period.