Thomas
Thomas is a girl's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Twin.
Origin and history
Thomas is derived from an Aramaic name meaning 'twin'. Historically predominant as a traditional masculine name, it has a long history of rare feminine usage in the United States. While historically very rare for girls, it remains a recognized cross-gender classic.
Popularity in the United States
8,511 babies in the United States have been named Thomas since 1880. It ranks #1815 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2059.
States where it is most popular
- NY (21.2 %)
- PA (11.5 %)
- CA (9.7 %)
- IL (8.2 %)
- OH (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 91 |
| 1890-1900 | 123 |
| 1900-1910 | 146 |
| 1910-1920 | 444 |
| 1920-1930 | 944 |
| 1930-1940 | 832 |
| 1940-1950 | 962 |
| 1950-1960 | 954 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,182 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,117 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,150 |
| 1990-2000 | 286 |
| 2000-2010 | 155 |
| 2010-2019 | 83 |
| 2020-2029 | 42 |
Nicknames
Tom, Tommy, Tomi
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Aramaic word 'Ta'oma', which translates directly to twin.
- Over 8,000 females have been officially registered with the first name Thomas in the United States since 1880.