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Boy name

Thomas

Thomas is a boy’s name of Aramaic origin, meaning “twin.” It currently ranks #41 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
Twin.
Origin
Aramaic
US rank
#42
Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
T

Thomas's popularity over time

→ Steady
#41 in 2023Peak rank #41US SSA · boys
#1#31#61201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Thomas

What does the name Thomas mean?

Thomas means "Twin." and is of Aramaic origin.

Is Thomas a boy or girl name?

Thomas is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Thomas?

Thomas ranked #41 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #41).

How many syllables are in Thomas?

Thomas has 2 syllables and 6 letters.

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