Thomas: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Thomas · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Thomas: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Twin»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Aramaic
Popularity
81 out of 100
Where Thomas is popular
- ItalyISTAT#32
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Thomas
With its Aramaic heritage, Thomas has long been valued for its meaning, "Twin." It is the kind of boy's name that carries a clear story parents can pass on.
In everyday speech Thomas is said Thomas (2 syllables). Thomas is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Thomas is a well-loved favorite, scoring 81 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Thomas mean?+
The name Thomas means "Twin".
What is the origin of the name Thomas?+
Thomas is a name of Aramaic origin.
Is Thomas a girl or boy name?+
Thomas is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Thomas?+
Thomas is pronounced Thomas (2 syllables).
Is Thomas a popular name?+
Thomas is a well-loved favorite, scoring 81 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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