Tom
TOM
Popularity
#2822
Letters
3
Syllables
1
Origin
English
Total Births
140,303
Peak Year
#5,080 in 1959
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Tom is a short form of Thomas, a name derived from the Aramaic *toma*, meaning 'twin'.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Tom Hanks
Academy Award-winning American actor and producer.
Tom Cruise
American actor and producer.
Personality Traits
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