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BartekChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Bold, brave or strong bear

Pronunciation: BAR-tek

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Name
Bartek
Meaning
Bold, brave or strong bear
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
BAR-tek
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Bartek mean?

Bartek is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Bold". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: BAR-tek. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Βαρτέκ

Υιός του Θεού, εκ του Θεού

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

BAR-tek

IPA

/ˈbɑːrtɛk/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Bartek is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Bold. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

BlueGray

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, emotional, and artistic

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes bravery and strength in the face of adversity

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Bartek holds cultural significance as it is a variation of the Slavic name 'Bartosz' and is commonly found in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly in Poland and the Czech Republic. In these regions, bear is considered a powerful and revered figure, representing strength and fearlessness. The name Bartek symbolizes these qualities and embodies a sense of resilience and determination.
In the Christian context, Bartek's spiritual significance can be traced back to the biblical figure of Bartholomew, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. Bartholomew's name has similar roots, with the Greek word 'Bartholomew' meaning 'son of Tholomaus' or 'son of PTOLEMY'. The name can thus be connected to the spiritual richness of the Apostolic tradition. As a Christian name, Bartek is a reminder of the steadfast commitment and faith of Bartholomew in spreading the teachings of Jesus. It represents the unwavering spiritual strength that one can draw from their faith, following the example of Bartholomew and other saints.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Bartek is mentioned in the 13th-century manuscript 'Codex Suprasliensis' The name Bartek carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

13th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Bartek

Son of God, divine origin

🇮🇱Hebrew

ברטק

בן של אלוהים, משמעו בן האל

🇬🇷Greek

Βαρτέκ

Υιός του Θεού, εκ του Θεού

🇮🇹Latin

Bartek

Filius Dei, Divino origine

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