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Thomas

Twin

Origin

Hebrew

Used in

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Origin and meaning of Thomas

Thomas is the English, French and German form of Tommaso, rooted in the Aramaic tĕʾōmā, 'twin', which passed into Greek as Thōmas. In Christian tradition it belonged to the apostle Thomas, famous for his doubting. Widespread across the Germanic and Anglo-Saxon world, it is among the most classic and beloved boys' names in England, Germany and France, valued for its quiet elegance and the long history behind it.

Variants around the world

How Thomas is said in other languages.

TommasoTomásTomaszFoma

Famous people

  • Thomas Edisoninventor
  • Thomas Mannwriter

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