Bartolomeo is a masculine given name of Italian origin. It is derived from the Late Latin word "Bartholomaeus," which is itself a derivative of the Aramaic name "Bartolomew." The name means "son of Talmai," with "Talmai" being an Aramaic word meaning "having many furrows."
The name Bartolomeo has been popular in Italy for centuries and is often associated with Saint Bartholomew, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. According to Christian tradition, Saint Bartholomew was a brave missionary who traveled to India and Armenia to spread the Gospel. He is said to have been martyred by being skinned alive.
The name Bartolomeo has also been borne by several notable figures in history. One of the most famous was Bartolomeo Cristofori, an Italian instrument maker known for creating the first piano around 1700. Another notable figure was Bartolomeo Vanzetti, an Italian-American anarchist who was executed along with Nicola Sacco in 1927 after being convicted of murder in a controversial trial.
In popular culture, Bartolomeo has been used as a character name in several works, including the video game "One Piece," where he is a pirate known for his immense strength. Overall, Bartolomeo is a strong and historic Italian name with roots that stretch back to ancient times.
Bartolomeo saw its highest popularity between 1914 and 1917, with a total of 19 births during this period. There was a significant gap in its usage from 1921 to 1964, with only 5 births occurring in those years. The name regained some traction in the late 60s and early 70s, with another 10 births recorded between 1964 and 1970. In total, the name Bartolomeo has been given to 42 children over these years.