How popular is the name Thom in 2025?

Thom is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Thom most popular?

Thom peaked in 1948, reaching #1378 among US boy names.

Thom will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Thom entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #1378 in 1948, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1378

peak (1948)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Thom are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Thom alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Thom in 2025?: Thom is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Thom most popular?: Thom peaked in 1948, reaching #1378 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Thom with classmates?: Thom will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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