Tomi
Tomi is a girl's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Richness or wealth (Japanese); twin (if used as a diminuitve of Thomasina).
Origin and history
Tomi is a name of dual heritage, functioning both as a traditional Japanese given name and as an informal feminine pet form of Thomasina or Tomasa in English and Spanish contexts. In Japanese, its meaning depends on the kanji used, commonly associated with wealth or richness. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,812 babies in the United States have been named Tomi since 1880. It ranks #3342 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1936.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50.3 %)
- TX (19.3 %)
- OH (12.5 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
- IN (2.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 14 |
| 1920-1930 | 45 |
| 1930-1940 | 32 |
| 1940-1950 | 157 |
| 1950-1960 | 345 |
| 1960-1970 | 465 |
| 1970-1980 | 472 |
| 1980-1990 | 426 |
| 1990-2000 | 341 |
| 2000-2010 | 208 |
| 2010-2019 | 142 |
| 2020-2029 | 165 |
Famous people named Tomi
- Tomi Adeyemi: Author, Novelist
- Tomi Lahren: Television presenter, Commentator
Fun facts
- While Tomi is a standalone feminine Japanese name, it also serves as a charming nickname in Western cultures for names derived from Thomas.
- Tomi Adeyemi is a acclaimed Nigerian-American young adult novelist famous for her fantasy series Children of Blood and Bone.