Thomasena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Thomasena is a name of Aramaic origin meaning 'twin'. It evolved from Teoma to Thomasina and finally to Thomasena in modern English. The name is associated with traits of uniqueness and charm, lacking any direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to its connection with Saint Thomas.
The name Thomasena is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Thomasena has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Thomasena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3972nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2667th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2969th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5527th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16163rd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Thomasena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thomasena"
Pronunciation
/təˈmæsɪnə/
Origin
Aramaic
Etymology
The name Thomasena is derived from the Aramaic name 'Teoma', meaning 'twin'. It is a feminine form of Thomas and combines the root meaning with a suffix that denotes femininity.
Meaning
twin
Language Evolution
Teoma (Aramaic), Thomas (Greek), Thomasina (Old French), Thomasena (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Thomas, one of Jesus's apostles. It has been used in various forms across different cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Thomasina, Tamsin, Tommy, Toma
Modern Popularity & Image
Thomasena is considered an uncommon name in modern times, often perceived as vintage or old-fashioned, yet it carries a sense of uniqueness and charm.
Famous People
Thomasena Stokes-Marshall, American politician, Thomasena K. Jones, American educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thomasena"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Thomasena"
"Thomasena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3972nd of 9107 | 94 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2667th of 9204 | 202 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2969th of 12526 | 293 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5527th of 19264 | 146 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16163rd of 27321 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Thomasena" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Thomasena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
56.93% 1347th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
46.24% 1088th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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46.76% 1334th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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73.56% 2588th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Thomasena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thomasena" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.