Thomas

Meaning

A twin

Thomas is understood to mean “A twin”. The name comes from Aramaic and is traditionally used by Christian families.

Name Details

Gender

Boy

Origin

Aramaic

Language

Aramaic

Religion / Tradition

Christian

Name Type

Mythological

Popularity

Popular

Traditional Naming by Birth Nakshatra

Optional

For families who follow traditional Vedic naming practices, your baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada can be calculated from birth details and used to suggest traditional starting sounds for names.

1. Birth Details

Date, Time, Place

2. Janma Rashi

Nakshatra · Pada

3. Traditional

Naming Sound

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Quick Facts

Meaning A twin

Gender Boy

Origin Aramaic

Language Aramaic

Religion / Tradition Christian

Name Type Mythological

Popularity Popular

Questions About Thomas

What does the name Thomas mean?

Thomas is understood to mean “A twin”. The name comes from Aramaic and is traditionally used by Christian families.

Is Thomas a boy’s or girl’s name?

TotsName lists Thomas as a boy’s name, given most often in Christian families.

What is the origin of Thomas?

Thomas comes from Aramaic.

How popular is Thomas?

On TotsName, Thomas is popular, and the name starts with T.

Can Thomas determine a baby’s Rashi or Nakshatra?

No. A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

Important to Know

A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

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