Thomas
Thomas first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1952, when 48,647 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,917.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Thomas popular?
Steady Thomas has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1952.
| 2020s | 39,782 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 70,027 | |
| 2000s | 102,106 | |
| 1990s | 146,638 | |
| 1980s | 177,817 | |
| 1970s | 186,739 | |
| 1960s | 327,055 | |
| 1950s | 454,385 | |
| 1940s | 350,775 | |
| 1930s | 183,878 | |
| 1920s | 161,107 | |
| 1910s | 91,619 | |
| 1900s | 21,783 | |
| 1890s | 21,115 | |
| 1880s | 23,750 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Thomas mean?
Thomas comes from an Aramaic word meaning “twin.” The apostle Thomas is remembered as “doubting Thomas” for wanting proof of the Resurrection.
Nicknames for Thomas
- Tom
- Tommy
- Thom
Variants & spellings
- Tomas
- Tomás
- Tommaso
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thomas mean?
Thomas means Twin. Thomas comes from an Aramaic word meaning “twin.” The apostle Thomas is remembered as “doubting Thomas” for wanting proof of the Resurrection.
What is the origin of the name Thomas?
Thomas is of Aramaic origin.
How do you pronounce Thomas?
Thomas is pronounced “TOM-us.”
Is Thomas a boy or a girl name?
Thomas is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Thomas a popular name right now?
Thomas has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1952.
How popular is the name Thomas?
In 2025, Thomas ranked #34 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Thomas most popular?
Thomas was most popular in 1952, when about 48,647 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Thomas?
Common nicknames for Thomas include Tom, Tommy, Thom.
What names are similar to Thomas?
Names similar to Thomas include James, Matthew, Andrew, Philip.