Bartolomeu
/ bar-toh-loh-MAY-oo /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Traditional
Meaning & Etymology
Son of Talmai
Son of Talmai
Etymology
Derived from the Hebrew name Bar-Talmai, meaning ‘son of Talmai’. Talmai is a biblical name appearing in the Old Testament.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
Bartolomeu is a common name in São Tomé and Príncipe due to Portuguese colonial influence and the prevalence of Christian naming traditions. It reflects the historical connection to Portuguese culture and religion.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes heritage and the blending of African and European cultural influences in São Tomé and Príncipe.