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Tommie

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Pronounced TOM-ee /ˈtΙ’mi/High

Meaning: Feminine diminutive of Thomas, from Aramaic 'toma', meaning 'twin'; carried into English via Greek 'Thomas'.High

In 30 seconds: A spunky feminine form of Tommy and Thomas, from Aramaic meaning 'twin', with a retro charm that's increasingly popular for girls.
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Origin HighAramaic, Greek
MeaningFeminine diminutive of Thomas, from Aramaic 'toma', meaning 'twin'; carried into English via Greek 'Thomas'.
U.S. rank (2025)#2352 β†— Rising
2025 U.S. births78 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1943
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 17,691

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 194318802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Tommie is the feminine spelling of Tommy, itself a diminutive of Thomas. The name Thomas entered English via the Greek Thomas, a transliteration of the Aramaic toma, meaning 'twin'. In Christian tradition, Thomas was one of the twelve apostles. The feminine form Tommie β€” also spelled Tommi or Tommy β€” has been used in English-speaking countries since at least the early 20th century, often as an independent name for girls rather than a nickname.

Tommie reached a cultural high point in the mid-20th century, used in the American South as a lively, unconventional choice for girls. The civil rights athlete Tommie Smith, who raised his fist at the 1968 Olympics, bears the masculine form. As a girl's name, Tommie is experiencing a quiet revival alongside other retro-spirited choices like Billie, Frankie, and Stevie.

Did you know? The Apostle Thomas β€” whose name means 'twin' β€” is famously remembered for doubting the resurrection, giving rise to the phrase 'Doubting Thomas'. Yet he is also credited with bringing Christianity to India, where the Saint Thomas Christians trace their history to him.
Overall data confidence 93%
Hanks & Hodges – A Dictionary of First Names β€” Documents Thomas from Aramaic 'toma' meaning twin; notes feminine uses.Social Security Administration Name Database β€” Records Tommie as a given name for girls in the United States across decades.

Variations

TommyTommiThomasina

Nicknames

Tom

Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Tommie Smith (1944–present)
    American sprinter who won the 200-meter gold at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics and raised a gloved fist in a famous protest on the medal podium.

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Baileighβ€” Retro-spirited girl's names enjoying a revival
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Cassieβ€” shares the -ie ending
Angieβ€” shares Tommie's Greek roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tommie mean?

Tommie means 'twin', derived from the Aramaic 'toma' via the Greek and English Thomas. It carries the same meaning as Thomas and Tommy.

How do you pronounce Tommie?

Tommie is pronounced TOM-ee, with two syllables and stress on the first.

Is Tommie a boy or girl name?

Tommie is used for both boys and girls, but the '-ie' spelling is the feminine form most commonly used for girls.

How popular is Tommie?

Tommie was a mid-century American favourite for girls and is experiencing a modest revival as retro names come back into fashion.

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