US Popularity:5781
Origin:Aramaic
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Twin; Innocence
Tom is a masculine name of Aramaic origin. A shortened version of Thomas, this name translates to “twin.” That being said, this name is still a wonderful choice if baby’s joining your family as the one and only. In Hebrew, Tom also translates to “innocence,” a name that fits your bundle of joy to a tee. Baby is going to enter your life as a blank canvas, with a pure smile and endless potential. A short, sweet name like Tom can make for a perfect match.
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Famous People Named Tom

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Tom Brady
    Football Player
  • Tom Cruise
    Actor
  • Tom Hanks
    Actor
  • Tom Selleck
    Actor
  • Tom Stoppard
    Playwright

How Popular Is The Name Tom?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Tom is currently #1847 on The Bump
Boy:Tom is currently #1035 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Tom is currently #5781 in U.S. births
Boy:Tom is currently #2679 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2679
in 2023
- 306
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 541, 543

  • Behind the Name, Tom (1), June 2023

  • Behind the Name, Tom (2), October 2024

  • Name Doctor, Tom

  • Name Doctor, Thomas

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Tom, May 2024

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