Thomasine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Thomasine originates from the Aramaic name 'Te'oma', meaning 'twin', and has evolved through various languages, including Greek and Old French, to its modern English form. The name is associated with a sense of tradition and carries biblical relevance due to its connection to the apostle Thomas, although it does not have a direct biblical reference itself. It has gained popularity during the Middle Ages and is appreciated for its vintage charm and historical significance.
The name Thomasine is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Thomasine has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Thomasine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2099th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1227th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1527th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3439th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12734th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Thomasine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thomasine"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɒməsɪn/
Origin
Aramaic
Etymology
The name Thomasine is derived from the Aramaic name 'Te'oma', meaning 'twin'. It is a feminine form of the name Thomas.
Meaning
twin
Language Evolution
Te'oma (Aramaic), Thomas (Greek), Thomasina (Old French), Thomasine (English)
Historical Usage
Thomasine gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly among those influenced by the Christian tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Thomasina, Tommy, Tamsin
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Thomasine is considered traditional and carries a vintage charm. It is less common today but is appreciated for its historical roots and unique sound.
Famous People
Thomasine de Lemos, a noted historical figure in the 17th century., Thomasine Hall, an early American who gained attention for her gender identity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thomasine"
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 "Thomasine"
"Thomasine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2099th of 9107 | 300 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1227th of 9204 | 688 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1527th of 12526 | 882 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3439th of 19264 | 305 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12734th of 27321 | 59 |
Regional Popularity of "Thomasine" 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 "Thomasine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
63.43% 987th/1556 |
56.23% 1323rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
61.03% 1483rd/2430 |
38.87% 1109th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
70.58% 2483rd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Thomasine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thomasine" 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.