Tom
Tom is of Aramaic origin, derived from Thomas, meaning 'twin.' It has been used both as a given name and as a friendly, approachable nickname for Thomas throughout English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#2822 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works well across all ages, from childhood through adulthood
- •Can stand alone as a full name or serve as a nickname for Thomas
- •Has a warm, everyman quality that's both memorable and unpretentious
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Statistics
139,689
Total births since 1880
1959
Peak year
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