Name Profile
Tom
“Twin” — Hebrew
BoyHebrew1 syllableCurrent rank #185 (1968)
About Tom
Tom is a universally recognized Hebrew boy's name that succinctly translates to "twin." Often acting as the friendly, down-to-earth diminutive of Thomas, this single-syllable powerhouse exudes an effortless, boy-next-door charm that feels forever timeless.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew
Syllables1
Nicknames for Tom
Tom is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Tom is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
Tom popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Tom had 1,362 births in 1968.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 5,061 | #82 |
| 1960 | 4,902 | #86 |
| 1961 | 4,722 | #88 |
| 1962 | 4,167 | #99 |
| 1963 | 3,699 | #103 |
| 1964 | 3,294 | #107 |
| 1965 | 2,499 | #127 |
| 1966 | 1,849 | #153 |
| 1967 | 1,490 | #175 |
| 1968 | 1,362 | #185 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tom mean?
Tom is commonly linked to the meaning Twin and is associated with Hebrew roots.
Is Tom a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Tom is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..