Origin and Meaning of Thomas
Meaning & Origin
Twin
Origin: Aramaic - Derived from the Aramaic name תאומא (Te'oma), which means 'twin.' The Greek version of the name is Thoma.
Interesting Facts
- Thomas is a name associated with early Christianity, as one of the twelve apostles of Jesus was named Thomas.
- The name has variants in many languages, such as Tomás in Spanish, Tomas in Portuguese, and Thierry in French.
- Famous bearers of the name include Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, and British playwright Thomas Hardy.
- Thomas was a very popular name throughout the Middle Ages and has remained consistently common in English-speaking countries.
- Related names and variations include Tom, Tommy, and Thomson.