The baby name Barth is a boy name, 1 syllables long and is pronounced "BARTH: bahrth".
Barth is German in Origin.
Barth is a name of German origin, derived from the Old Germanic name Berthold, which means "bright ruler". The name Barth has been in use since the Middle Ages and was popularized by Saint Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. In the United States, the name Barth was most popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but has since declined in popularity.
The name Barth is typically used for boys and is pronounced "barth" with a hard "th" sound at the end. It is a short and simple name that is easy to spell and pronounce. The name Barth has no specific meaning or symbolism beyond its historical and cultural associations.
The name Barth is composed of two elements: "berht" meaning "bright" and "wald" meaning "ruler". These elements were commonly used in Germanic names during the Middle Ages and were often combined with other elements to create unique names. The name Barth is a shortened version of the name Berthold, which was a popular name in medieval Germany. Today, the name Barth is relatively uncommon, but it remains a strong and classic name with a rich history and cultural significance.
Barth has the following similar or variant Names
- Bart |
- Bartel |
- Barthel |
- Barthold |
- Bartholomew |
- Bartholomeus |
- Bartholomeo |
- Bartholome