At a glance
- In short
- Barty is a charming and distinctive male name with Greek origins meaning "son of Tolmai" or "son of the furrow." It has a warm and friendly appeal.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1940 (#3,459)
- Babies in 1940
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- First recorded
- 1940 (the only year on record)
Meaning of Barty
Barty is a charming and distinctive name with a rich history. It is predominantly used as a male name. The origin of Barty can be traced back to the Greek name Bartholomew, which means "son of Tolmai" or "son of the furrow." Barty has a warm and friendly sound that appeals to many parents seeking a unique yet approachable name for their baby boy. In terms of pronunciation, both British English and American English speakers commonly pronounce it as BAR-tee (/ˈbɑːti/ or /ˈbɑr.ti/). Throughout the years, Barty has had moderate popularity in the United States, with 5 occurrences in 1940, ranking at 3461. Consider naming your little one Barty if you're looking for an endearing and uncommon choice that still carries a touch of familiarity.
How to pronounce Barty
English
- Pronounced BAR-tee /ˈbɑr.ti/
Popularity of Barty in the U.S.
Notable people named Barty
- Barty Smith — Barton Elliott Smith, known as Barty, is a former American football fullback who played for the Green Bay Packers.