Thompson
Thompson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Thomas.
Origin and history
Thompson originated as an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Thomas'. While historically used predominantly as a family name, it has a long-standing presence as a given name in the United States. Today, it remains a rare choice for newborn boys, appealing to parents drawn to surname-names.
Popularity in the United States
2,725 babies in the United States have been named Thompson since 1880. It ranks #2480 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1628.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.1 %)
- TX (17.8 %)
- GA (14.3 %)
- NC (9.6 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 13 |
| 1890-1900 | 39 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 168 |
| 1920-1930 | 207 |
| 1930-1940 | 158 |
| 1940-1950 | 205 |
| 1950-1960 | 197 |
| 1960-1970 | 136 |
| 1970-1980 | 119 |
| 1980-1990 | 161 |
| 1990-2000 | 240 |
| 2000-2010 | 290 |
| 2010-2019 | 469 |
| 2020-2029 | 299 |
Nicknames
Tom, Tommy
Fun facts
- The core root Thomas comes from the Aramaic name Ta'oma', meaning 'twin'.
- Thompson follows the long-standing English tradition of converting family surnames into masculine given names.