Barth Surname Meaning & Origin
What the Barth last name means, where the surname began and how it spread.
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Meaning and origin of the Barth last name
Meaning of the Barth last name: bearded, or from Bartholomäus. Barth is a German name with two roots: a nickname for a bearded man, from Old German bart, or a short form of the saint's name Bartholomäus. It is spread widely across Germany and Switzerland. A curious detail: in some regions the name was given to men known for an impressive beard, a feature once seen as a sign of maturity and standing.
Arms associated with the Barth name
In German heraldry the eagle was a favourite figure, a sign of strength and loyalty to the empire, part of the tradition the Barth name belongs to.
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Barth name FAQ
What does the Barth name mean?
Bearded, or from Bartholomäus. Common variants include Bart, Barthel, Barthl.
Where does the Barth surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in the United States, Switzerland and Austria.
Is there a Barth coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals rather than to everyone with a surname. Herald Lab paints a personalized Barth coat of arms in museum style, based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).