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Tomas

Boy name · 195 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Tomas: 195 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 11 births in 2004.

Of Aramaic origin meaning "twin," Tomas is the international variant of Thomas found across many European languages. In Scotland it has been a steady choice, sharing the same roots as the more common Thomas. Notable bearers include the Czech philosopher and statesman Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, founder of Czechoslovakia, and the Swedish poet Tomáš Tranströmer, winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. While no specific place is directly named after a Tomas, many towns called Saint-Tomas or similar share the name’s etymological heritage. This spelling offers a slightly softer, more continental feel than its English counterpart, and remains a popular choice for parents wanting a classic name with a subtle Scottish-European twist.