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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bartholomew's clearing, or birch clearing (from place names)
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- BART-lee
Bartley is an English name, pronounced BART-lee, that comes from place names meaning either "Bartholomew's clearing" or "birch clearing." It has a gentle, rooted sound, with a familiar -ley ending that makes it easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Bartley
Meaning: Bartholomew's clearing, or birch clearing (from place names).
Origin: English.
How to Pronounce Bartley
BART-leeIPA /ˈbɑːrtli/
Popularity of Bartley
Bartley peaked at #651 in 1886, with 9 babies given the name that year. By 2021 it had slipped to #10945, with just 6 babies, so a child named Bartley today would be unlikely to share the name with anyone in their class.
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FAQ
What does the name Bartley mean?
Bartholomew’s clearing, or birch clearing (from place names).
How do you pronounce Bartley?
Bartley is pronounced BART-lee (IPA: /ˈbɑːrtli/).
Is Bartley a popular name right now?
Bartley peaked at #651 in 1886 and is ranked #10945 as of 2021. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2021.)
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