Thomas
Thomas is a classic name of Aramaic origin meaning 'twin.' It has deep biblical roots as the name of one of Jesus's twelve apostles, often known as 'Doubting Thomas.'
Current Popularity
#39 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works well across cultures with variations like Tomás, Tommaso, and Tomas
- •Strong historical and religious significance
- •Nickname 'Tom' offers a casual, friendly alternative
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Thomas Jefferson
Third U.S. President and Founding Father
Thomas Edison
Inventor and businessman
Thomas Aquinas
Philosopher and theologian
Tom Hanks
Actor
Statistics
2,351,624
Total births since 1880
1952
Peak year
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