NAME PROFILE
Tom
Tom is a diminutive of the name Thomas, which has Greek origins meaning 'twin.' The name conveys a sense of familiarity and friendliness, often associated with a down-to-earth and approachable personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 140,370 |
| Gender | Male (89% / 11%) |
| Peak year | 1959 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%TX — 21%NY — 21%FL — 19%IL — 17%
Notable People
Tom Hanks (Actor, *Forrest Gump*) · Tom Cruise (Actor, *Top Gun*) · Tom Brady (American football quarterback) · Tom Jones (Singer, *It's Not Unusual*) · Tom Petty (Musician, *Free Fallin'*)
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