Thomas
Thomas is a Christian boy name of Aramaic, via Greek origin, meaning “Twin”.
| Meaning | Twin |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Aramaic, via Greek |
| Written as | Θωμᾶς |
| Pronunciation | TOM-us |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Thomas
Thomas comes from the Aramaic te'oma, 'twin'; the Gospel of John also calls him Didymus, the Greek word for twin. He was one of the twelve apostles and is remembered as 'Doubting Thomas' for wanting to see the risen Jesus's wounds. Tradition holds that he preached in India, where the Saint Thomas Christians of Kerala trace their origin to him. Later bearers include Thomas Aquinas and Thomas Becket.
Is Thomas a Christian name?
Yes, Thomas is a biblical name, one of the twelve apostles, honoured widely in Christianity and especially among India's Saint Thomas Christians.
How popular is Thomas?
A classic name used worldwide and still popular in many countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thomas mean?
Thomas means 'Twin'. It is of Aramaic, via Greek origin.
Is Thomas a Christian name?
Yes, Thomas is a biblical name, one of the twelve apostles, honoured widely in Christianity and especially among India's Saint Thomas Christians.
How do you pronounce Thomas?
Thomas is pronounced TOM-us.
Is Thomas a boy or girl name?
Thomas is usually a boy name.