Thomas
Meaning: Twin — one of a pair, bound by fate
Origin: Aramaic — from Toma (תּוֹמָא), meaning twin
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #18
Total births: 29,456
History: Thomas surged in the 1990s-2000s as classic names regained popularity in Australia. Thomas Keneally wrote 'Schindler's Ark,' winning the Booker Prize. The name represents Australian literary excellence and the nation's ability to tell stories that matter to the world.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #13 |
| Babies named Thomas in 2025 | 269 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 29,456 |
| Peak year | 1999 (865 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #3 |
| Years in records | 1952–2025 (74 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 3 spots |
Frequently asked about Thomas
What does the name Thomas mean?
Thomas means “Twin — one of a pair, bound by fate” from Aramaic — from Toma (תּוֹמָא), meaning twin roots.
What is the origin of the name Thomas?
Thomas has Aramaic — from Toma (תּוֹמָא), meaning twin origin. The traditional meaning is “Twin — one of a pair, bound by fate”.
How popular is Thomas in Australia?
Thomas ranked #13 in Australia in 2025 — given to 269 babies that year.
When was Thomas most popular?
Thomas peaked in 1999 with 865 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Thomas a boy or girl name?
Thomas is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Thomass in registered births are male.
How long has Thomas been recorded in Australia?
Thomas appears in birth records in Australia across 74 years — from 1952 through 2025.