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About Tom
Simple, direct, and refreshingly uncomplicated—this classic name has endured for good reason. Its brevity is its strength, offering a no-nonsense quality that translates across all contexts and cultures. The name requires no explanation, no spelling clarification, and no pronunciation guide, making life easier for its bearer from the first day of school onward. There's an honest, straightforward quality here that appeals to parents who value authenticity over embellishment. Despite its simplicity, the name has been carried by remarkable individuals throughout history, proving that impact doesn't require length or complexity. It works seamlessly in any professional setting while remaining approachable and friendly in casual contexts. The absence of nickname variations means what you choose is what you get—clean, clear, and consistent. For parents who appreciate minimalist elegance and timeless appeal, this three-letter choice makes a powerful statement through its very simplicity.
Popularity of the Name Tom
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #40 | ||||
| 1881 | #43 | ||||
| 1882 | #47 | ||||
| 1883 | #44 | ||||
| 1884 | #47 | ||||
| 1885 | #48 | ||||
| 1886 | #50 | ||||
| 1887 | #52 | ||||
| 1888 | #49 | ||||
| 1889 | #50 | ||||
| 1890 | #59 | ||||
| 1891 | #60 | ||||
| 1892 | #58 | ||||
| 1893 | #60 | ||||
| 1894 | #61 | ||||
| 1895 | #62 | ||||
| 1896 | #62 | ||||
| 1897 | #63 | ||||
| 1898 | #64 | ||||
| 1899 | #67 | ||||
| 1900 | #53 | ||||
| 1901 | #67 | ||||
| 1902 | #75 | ||||
| 1903 | #73 | ||||
| 1904 | #74 | ||||
| 1905 | #77 | ||||
| 1906 | #80 | ||||
| 1907 | #83 | ||||
| 1908 | #81 | #136 | |||
| 1909 | #88 | ||||
| 1910 | #82 | ||||
| 1911 | #105 | ||||
| 1912 | #124 | ||||
| 1913 | #135 | ||||
| 1914 | #137 | ||||
| 1915 | #142 | #130 | |||
| 1916 | #139 | #151 | |||
| 1917 | #139 | #146 | |||
| 1918 | #139 | ||||
| 1919 | #140 | ||||
| 1920 | #131 | ||||
| 1921 | #144 | ||||
| 1922 | #145 | ||||
| 1923 | #144 | ||||
| 1924 | #149 | ||||
| 1925 | #138 | ||||
| 1926 | #138 | ||||
| 1927 | #138 | ||||
| 1928 | #135 | ||||
| 1929 | #134 | ||||
| 1930 | #132 | ||||
| 1931 | #125 | ||||
| 1932 | #116 | ||||
| 1933 | #117 | ||||
| 1934 | #112 | ||||
| 1935 | #110 | ||||
| 1936 | #112 | ||||
| 1937 | #108 | ||||
| 1938 | #106 | #163 | |||
| 1939 | #97 | ||||
| 1940 | #92 | ||||
| 1941 | #88 | ||||
| 1942 | #89 | ||||
| 1943 | #87 | ||||
| 1944 | #87 | ||||
| 1945 | #89 | ||||
| 1946 | #87 | #204 | |||
| 1947 | #87 | ||||
| 1948 | #94 | ||||
| 1949 | #114 | ||||
| 1950 | #145 | ||||
| 1951 | #168 | #201 | |||
| 1952 | #181 | #179 | |||
| 1953 | #184 | ||||
| 1954 | #188 | ||||
| 1955 | #180 | ||||
| 1956 | #161 | ||||
| 1957 | #116 | ||||
| 1958 | #96 | #207 | |||
| 1959 | #82 | ||||
| 1960 | #86 | #217 | |||
| 1961 | #88 | ||||
| 1962 | #98 | #236 | |||
| 1963 | #103 | ||||
| 1964 | #107 | ||||
| 1965 | #127 | ||||
| 1966 | #153 | ||||
| 1967 | #175 | ||||
| 1968 | #185 | ||||
| 1969 | #206 | ||||
| 1970 | #219 | ||||
| 1971 | #256 | #271 | |||
| 1972 | #316 | #304 | |||
| 1973 | #363 | ||||
| 1974 | #372 | ||||
| 1975 | #463 | ||||
| 1976 | #441 | #279 | |||
| 1977 | #480 | #228 | |||
| 1978 | #528 | ||||
| 1979 | #524 | ||||
| 1980 | #564 | #385 | |||
| 1981 | #538 | #321 | |||
| 1982 | #619 | #285 | |||
| 1983 | #604 | #304 | #279 | ||
| 1984 | #625 | #272 | |||
| 1985 | #654 | #304 | |||
| 1986 | #652 | #255 | #315 | ||
| 1987 | #684 | #249 | #212 | ||
| 1988 | #686 | #202 | #214 | ||
| 1989 | #718 | #202 | #230 | ||
| 1990 | #694 | #211 | #283 | ||
| 1991 | #726 | #163 | #185 | #473 | |
| 1992 | #859 | #190 | #178 | #483 | |
| 1993 | #881 | #179 | #172 | #508 | |
| 1995 | #961 | #213 | #146 | #461 | |
| 1996 | #995 | #167 | #151 | #616 | |
| 1997 | #109 | #209 | #140 | #735 | |
| 1998 | #96 | #132 | #116 | #463 | |
| 1999 | #89 | #136 | #129 | #600 | |
| 2000 | #92 | #119 | #120 | #516 | |
| 2001 | #95 | #113 | #94 | #584 | |
| 2002 | #96 | #104 | #91 | #525 | |
| 2003 | #91 | #116 | #83 | #689 | |
| 2004 | #101 | #112 | #99 | #636 | |
| 2005 | #109 | #103 | #80 | #601 | |
| 2006 | #115 | #138 | #71 | #699 | |
| 2007 | #121 | #116 | #74 | #606 | |
| 2008 | #138 | #128 | #77 | #484 | |
| 2009 | #149 | #145 | #63 | #462 | |
| 2010 | #167 | #164 | #64 | #536 | |
| 2011 | #186 | #152 | #66 | #481 | |
| 2012 | #188 | #134 | #58 | #474 | |
| 2013 | #206 | #179 | #49 | #338 | |
| 2014 | #214 | #165 | #45 | #364 | |
| 2015 | #224 | #241 | #37 | #353 | |
| 2016 | #248 | #179 | #36 | #389 | |
| 2017 | #276 | #226 | #51 | #339 | |
| 2018 | #298 | #207 | #33 | #369 | |
| 2019 | #346 | #205 | #40 | #324 | |
| 2020 | #390 | #464 | #45 | #357 | |
| 2021 | #433 | #239 | #33 | #318 | |
| 2022 | #462 | #211 | #45 | #357 | |
| 2023 | #407 | #40 | #329 | ||
| 2024 | #457 | #312 | #58 | #387 | |
| 2025 | #622 | #427 | #49 | #403 | |
| 1994 | #139 | #178 | #531 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Tom
Names Similar to Tom
Nicknames for Tom
- Tommy
- T
- Tommo
- Tomcat
- T.J.
Characters Named Tom
| Tom Sawyer | The Adventures of Tom Sawyer |
| Tom Riddle | Harry Potter series |
| Tom Ripley | The Talented Mr. Ripley |
| Tom Cat | Tom and Jerry |
| Tom Keen | The Blacklist |
| Tom Hanson | 21 Jump Street |
| Tom Mason | Falling Skies |
| Tom Branson | Downton Abbey |
| Tom Buchanan | The Great Gatsby |
| Tom Marvolo Bombadil | The Lord of the Rings |
| Tom Paris | Star Trek - Voyager |
| Tom Scavo | Desperate Housewives |
| Tom Servo | Mystery Science Theater 3000 |
| Tom Tucker | Family Guy |
| Tom Robinson | To Kill a Mockingbird |
| Tom Collins | Rent |
| Tom Neville | Revolution |
| Tom Farrell | No Way Out |
| Tom Kirkman | Designated Survivor |
| Tom Good | The Good Life |