Where Does the Barthle Surname Come From?

Barthle and Barth are two spellings with one history.

What does the surname Barthle mean?

The name is generally explained as “Bearded, or from Bartholomäus”.

How is Barthle related to Barth?

With the diminutive -le, Barthle is a pet form of Barth that became a surname in its own right. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. Related forms: Barthl, Barthel and Barthold.

Is there a Barthle coat of arms?

There is no single Barthle family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were.

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