Tommie
Tommie is a girl's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Twin.
Origin and history
Tommie is traditionally a diminutive of Thomasina or Thomas, originating from the Aramaic word for twin. Though historically used as a pet name, it established independent usage for females in the U.S. during the twentieth century. Today it remains a vintage, gender-neutral choice with a relaxed, friendly feel.
Popularity in the United States
17,769 babies in the United States have been named Tommie since 1880. It ranks #1140 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1784.
States where it is most popular
- TX (30 %)
- GA (12.6 %)
- AL (11.7 %)
- MS (9.6 %)
- TN (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 174 |
| 1890-1900 | 361 |
| 1900-1910 | 600 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,737 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,998 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,163 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,107 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,049 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,191 |
| 1970-1980 | 806 |
| 1980-1990 | 448 |
| 1990-2000 | 300 |
| 2000-2010 | 271 |
| 2010-2019 | 247 |
| 2020-2029 | 317 |
Famous people named Tommie
- Tommie Smith: Athlete, Olympic Gold Medalist
Nicknames
Tom, Tommi
Fun facts
- Tommie emerged as an independent female given name in the United States, peaking in popularity during the early to mid-20th century.
- The underlying root traces back to the Aramaic name Ta'oma', which literally translates to twin.