Thom
Thom: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Thom
- A surname transferred from the given name.
- A male given name of less common usage, variant of Tom.
Etymology
From Thomas.
How popular is Thom?
Since 1880, 844 boys in the U.S. have been named Thom. Its highest rank for boys was #1398 in 1948. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Thom
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Thom FAQ
What does the name Thom mean?
A surname transferred from the given name. A male given name of less common usage, variant of Tom. From Thomas.
What is the origin of the name Thom?
Thom is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Thom?
Since 1880, 844 boys in the U.S. have been named Thom. Its highest rank for boys was #1398 in 1948. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Thom a boy or girl name?
Thom is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 844 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.