Thomas
boy name#34 in 2025Thomas entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #8 in 1880, ranks #34 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#34
rank today
#8
peak (1880)
6,917
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #10 |
| 1890s | #12 |
| 1900s | #11 |
| 1910s | #10 |
| 1920s | #11 |
| 1930s | #9 |
| 1940s | #8 |
| 1950s | #8 |
| 1960s | #10 |
| 1970s | #21 |
| 1980s | #24 |
| 1990s | #28 |
| 2000s | #43 |
| 2010s | #55 |
| 2020s | #42 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Thomas has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,497,000 people named Thomas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thomas alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thomas in 2025?
- Thomas ranks #34 among US boy names in 2025, with 6,917 babies given the name.
- When was the name Thomas most popular?
- Thomas peaked in 1880, reaching #8 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thomas with classmates?
- Roughly 1 in 10 classrooms will have a Thomas.
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