Holding steady.
Popularity of Bartow since 1913
Babies named Bartow per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 51 |
| 1920s | 39 |
| 1930s | 19 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Bartow is a rare given name of English origin, typically considered a masculine name. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1913 and reached its peak usage in 1917, though it never entered the top 1000. The name's trajectory has remained stable but extremely low in usage, with very few recorded births in recent decades. As a surname-turned-first-name, Bartow fits a pattern of early 20th-century naming practices. Its lack of top state concentrations and contemporary revivals keeps it a distinctive choice for those seeking an uncommon name with historical roots.
Bartow is primarily a surname of English origin, possibly a variant of Bartholomew, which derives from the Aramaic bar-Talmay meaning 'son of the furrow' or 'son of the farmer'. As a given name, it emerged in the early 20th century, with the earliest recorded U.S. birth in 1913. It likely originated as a family name used as a first name, a common practice in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Barry
Sibling names for Bartow
Names that share Bartow's style, for a brother or sister.
