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Name Origin

Bartolomeo is an Italian masculine given name. It originates from the Aramaic name 'Bar-Tôlmay', meaning 'son of Tolmai'. Tolmai likely refers to a personal name or possibly a place name.

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Famous People

Bartolomeo Cristofori (1655-1731)

Inventor, instrument maker

  • Invented the pianoforte (forerunner of the modern piano)

Bartolomeo Colleoni (1395-1475)

Condottiero (military leader)

  • Prominent figure in the Italian Wars
  • Known for his military prowess and building fortifications