Tommy
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Twin — one of a pair, bound by fate
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #658 in 2025 with 420 babies born.
History: Tommy peaked in the 1990s-2000s. Tommy Hilfiger built a fashion empire that defined 1990s American style. The Who's rock opera Tommy changed what music could be. Tommy Boy (Chris Farley) is one of the most quoted comedies in American history. Tommy means fashion, rock opera, and 'Holy Schnikes!'
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Tommy? About 1 in 7,315 babies born in 2025 were named Tommy, or roughly 1.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Tommy
What does the name Tommy mean?
Tommy means “Twin — one of a pair, bound by fate” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Tommy?
Tommy has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Twin — one of a pair, bound by fate”.
How popular is Tommy?
Tommy ranked #657 in 2025 — given to 420 babies that year.
When was Tommy most popular?
Tommy peaked in 1947 with 4,594 babies registered that year.
Is Tommy a boy or girl name?
Tommy is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Tommys in registered births are male.
Is the name Tommy rising or falling in popularity?
Tommy has risen 12865 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #13522 in 2020 to #657 in 2025.
How long has Tommy been recorded?
Tommy appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.