Find out how popular the first name Bart has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Bart by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Bart is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Bart.

The history of the first name Bart

The name Bart is a diminutive or shortened form of the Germanic name Bartholomew, which is derived from the Aramaic bar-Talmay, meaning "son of the furrows" or "son of the plowed land." This suggests an agricultural connection or a reference to a rural or farming background.

The name Bartholomew has its roots in the ancient Aramaic language, which was widely spoken in the Middle East during the time of the Roman Empire. It was brought to Europe through early Christian missionaries and became popular among the Germanic tribes who converted to Christianity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bartholomew appears in the New Testament of the Bible, where it is the name of one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. This association with a prominent biblical figure likely contributed to the name's widespread use throughout Christendom.

In the Middle Ages, the name Bartholomew was often shortened to Bart or Barto, particularly in Germanic-speaking regions. These diminutive forms gained popularity and became established as independent given names in their own right.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Bart, including:

1. Bart van der Leck (1876-1958), a Dutch painter and one of the founders of the De Stijl art movement.
2. Bart Bok (1906-1983), a Dutch-American astronomer known for his contributions to the study of the Milky Way galaxy.
3. Bart Ehrman (born 1955), an American New Testament scholar and author of several books on early Christianity.
4. Bart Starr (1934-2019), an American professional football player and coach, best known as the quarterback of the Green Bay Packers during the Vince Lombardi era.
5. Bart Sibrel (born 1964), an American filmmaker and conspiracy theorist known for his controversial claims about the Moon landings.

While the name Bart has its origins in ancient languages and religious texts, it has evolved and taken on various forms and meanings over the centuries, becoming a popular and recognizable name in many cultures and societies.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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