Bartolomeo

Aramaic

"son of the furrow"

Bartolomeo Origin and Meaning

The name Bartolomeo is a boy's name of Spanish origin.

Bartolomeo is a masculine Italian form of Bartholomew, derived from the Aramaic name Bar-Talmay, meaning 'son of Talmai' or 'son of the furrows.' The name gained prominence through Saint Bartholomew, one of Jesus's twelve apostles. Throughout Italian history, notable bearers include the navigator Bartolomeo Colombo (Christopher Columbus's brother) and the Renaissance painter Bartolomeo Veneto. While common in Italy, particularly in previous generations, its usage has declined in recent decades as shorter names have become fashionable. Outside Italy, it appears primarily in Italian diaspora communities. Bartolomeo carries a strong classical feel with its melodious four syllables and distinctive Italian ending, appealing to parents seeking a name with historical depth and Mediterranean flair.

Famous People Named Bartolomeo

• Bartolomeo Cristofori Italian inventor of the piano
• Bartolomeo Montagna Italian Renaissance painter
• Bartolomeo Veneto Italian Renaissance painter
• Bartolomeo Platina Italian Renaissance humanist

The name Bartolomeo in Pop Culture

• Bartolomeo ('Mio') central character in Maxwell Anderson's play Winterset (1935)
• Also Bartolo.