Thomas
Boy name · 16,785 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Thomas: 16,785 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 472 births in 1981.
For parents drawn to timeless, sturdy names, Thomas has deep roots in Aramaic, derived from *Toma* meaning "twin." One of the most famous bearers is the Apostle Thomas, whose moment of doubt gave us the phrase "doubting Thomas." The name also belongs to Thomas Jefferson, principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and novelist Thomas Hardy, master of Wessex tales. Saint Thomas, a U.S. Virgin Island, and the Scottish town of Thomas—though rare—echo the name. An enduring variant is the friendly short form Tom, which has also become a classic surname in its own right. Whether inspired by faith, history, or literature, Thomas remains a dependable, cross-cultural favourite.
Boy 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1981472 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #21155 babies
- Total births
- 16,785since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 21%vs prior 5y