Barty

The first name Barty is a traditional English short form of Bartholomew, which is considered the Latinized counterpart of the Aramaic name Bar-Tolmai (ܒܪ ܬܘܠܡܝ). Translated, the name means 'the son of Tolmai' or originally more like 'the son of the furrow puller'.

What does the name Barty mean?

The boy's name Barty represents a historical short form of Bartholomew, which is regarded as the Latinized expression of the Aramaic Bar-Tolmai (ܒܪ ܬܘܠܡܝ). The direct translation of the name is 'the son of Tolmai' or also 'the son of the furrow puller'. The origins can be found in the Old Aramaic elements bar for 'son' and telem for 'furrows', 'wrinkled', or 'many folds'. Additionally, Barty can also be seen as a shortened form of Bartemius, Barton, or Lambert.

Where does the name Barty come from?

The origin of the first name Barty is Old Aramaic, which carries the meaning 'the son of Tolmai'. The Old Aramaic word consists of bar = son and telem = furrows, wrinkled, or full of folds. The name is common in Old English, Anglo-Saxon, and English.

How do you pronounce Barty?

The pronunciation of the name Barty is two syllables and sounds playful. It is generally pronounced as 'Bar-ty' [ˈbaʁti], with a stable beginning followed by a bright, open ending syllable. The ending '-ty' gives the name a friendly, almost youthful note. Thus, Barty appears uncomplicated and likable, lively and approachable with a positive aura.

When is the name day of Barty?

The name day for Barty is celebrated on August 24.

Popularity

In Germany, Barty is a rather rare first name. So far, it has not appeared in the German first name charts. Its best ranking in the USA was in 1940, when it reached 3,459th place. Between 1930 and 2024, Barty was used as a first name in the USA fewer than ten times, earning it 6,636th place. In the last ten years, no child has been baptized with this name.

Famous people

• Barty Crouch (Ministry employee in Harry Potter, father of Barty Crouch Jr.)
• Barty Crouch, Jr. (Death Eater in 'Harry Potter')