Bartley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bartley originated from the Old English name Beorhthelm, meaning 'bright helmet'. It evolved through various forms such as Berthel before becoming Bartley. The name carries connotations of brightness and nature due to its meaning. It has no significant biblical relevance. Its popularity rose in the 19th century, and it is viewed today as a traditional name. Notable people with the name include Bartley Gorman and Bartley Griffiths.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bartley"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɑːrtli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Bartley is derived from the Old English personal name 'Beorhthelm' which means 'bright helmet'. The suffix '-ley' indicates a meadow or clearing.
Meaning
bright meadow
Language Evolution
Beorhthelm, Berthel, Bartley
Historical Usage
Bartley gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century as a surname and later as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Bart, Barty, Bartholomew
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bartley is perceived as a traditional and somewhat uncommon name, often associated with rural and pastoral imagery.
Famous People
Bartley Gorman, a well-known bare-knuckle boxer, Bartley Griffiths, a notable politician
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Bartley Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 68 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bartley"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bartley"
"Bartley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1744th of 7545 | 308 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1677th of 6773 | 329 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1436th of 7552 | 562 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1571st of 10718 | 494 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4381st of 16616 | 176 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18390th of 24088 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Bartley" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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80.13% 1105th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.76% 1175th/2227 |
63.42% 1541st/2430 |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
43.39% 1204th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
- |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bartley" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bartley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bartley" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Bartley" in the United States
The name Bartley is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bartley has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Bartley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1744th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1677th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1436th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1571st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4381st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18390th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Bartley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.