Tommy

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Tommy Pronunciation

Tommy is pronounced TOM-ee /ˈtɑm.i/High

Meaning: Pet form of Thomas/Thomasina — from Aramaic Te'oma, 'a twin'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: A twin: Tommy pets Thomas/Thomasina — 'a twin'. Friendly and tomboy-sweet; predominantly a boys' name, here for girls.

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Origin MediumAramaic

MeaningPet form of Thomas/Thomasina — from Aramaic Te'oma, 'a twin'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#5120 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1965

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,907

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Tommy is a pet form of Thomas — from Aramaic Te'oma, 'a twin' (the apostle Thomas) — or its feminine Thomasina. A friendly, tomboy-sweet name; predominantly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, a-twin at the root, and friendly.

Did you know? Thomas means 'a twin' (Aramaic Te'oma) — Tommy is its friendly pet form, predominantly a boys' name but occasionally a girls' tomboy nickname (which we flag).

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Thomas — root etymology

Variations

TommiTommieThomasina

Nicknames

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Themes & Styles

Unisex Nickname-name Aramaic

Famous Bearers

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If you like Tommy…

Tommi— a fellow spelling

Tommie— a companion spelling

Frankie— another vintage unisex name

Martha— another Aramaic name

Mary— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Tommy?

Tommy is pronounced TOM-ee (/ˈtɑm.i/). Press play above to hear Tommy said aloud.

How do you say Tommy?

Tommy is said TOM-ee (/ˈtɑm.i/). Press play above to hear Tommy said aloud.

What does the name Tommy mean?

Tommy pets Thomas/Thomasina — Aramaic 'a twin'.

Is Tommy a boy or girl name?

Tommy is predominantly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Tommy?

Tommy is rare for girls in the U.S.