Tomy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tomy originates from Hebrew, meaning 'Goodness of God'. It evolved through various languages from Toviyah to Tomás and eventually to modern forms like Tommy and Tomy. The name is characterized by its associations with kindness and warmth, while it does not have a specific biblical background. Tomy has gained popularity in recent decades as a diminutive form of Thomas, appealing for its friendly nature.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tomy"
Pronunciation
/ˈtoʊmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Tomy is derived from the Hebrew name 'Toviyah', which means 'God is good'. It is often considered a diminutive form of the name Thomas.
Meaning
Goodness of God
Language Evolution
Toviyah (Hebrew), Tomás (Greek), Thomas (Latin), Tommy (English), Tomy (modern variant)
Historical Usage
The name Tomy gained popularity in the 20th century as a modern variant of the more traditional name Thomas, which has been widely used throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Tom, Tommy, Thomas, Tomas, Tomi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tomy is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with youthfulness and warmth.
Famous People
Tomy K. (Indian composer and musician), Tomy K. (Indian filmmaker)
📊 Tomy Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Explore More Tomy Name Visualizations
✨ Tomy Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 14 peak births in 1926
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tomy"
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 "Tomy"
"Tomy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3646th of 7545 | 80 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4172nd of 6773 | 49 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3943rd of 7552 | 73 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5093rd of 10718 | 64 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5745th of 16616 | 114 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9671st of 24088 | 91 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18083rd of 23106 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Tomy" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tomy" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tomy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tomy" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tomy" in the United States
The name Tomy is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tomy has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tomy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3646th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4172nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3943rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5093rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5745th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9671st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18083rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tomy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.