"twin"
Origin: Aramaic
Language: Hebrew/Aramaic
Toma
Pronunciation: [ t-OHM-uh ]
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"companion, horse"
Origin: Japanese
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The Story of Toma
Toma is a variant of Thomas, derived from the Aramaic name 'Ta'oma' meaning 'twin.' The name was popularized by the Apostle Thomas in the New Testament, one of Jesus's twelve apostles. As Thomas spread through Europe via Christianity, it evolved into various regional forms: Tommaso in Italian, Tomás in Spanish, Tomaž in Slovenian, and Toma in Romanian, Bulgarian, Serbian, and Croatian. In Japanese, Toma is also an independent given name written with kanji meaning 'companion' (友) and 'horse' (馬) or other combinations.
Toma is widely used across Eastern Europe and the Balkans as the regional form of Thomas. In Japan, Toma gained popularity as a given name independent of the Thomas connection. The name's multicultural reach makes it an appealing choice for families seeking a name that travels well globally.
In Christian tradition, Thomas the Apostle is remembered as 'Doubting Thomas' who demanded to touch Christ's wounds before believing in the resurrection — a name associated with intellectual honesty and the necessity of proof. In Eastern European Orthodox Christianity, Saint Thomas's feast day is celebrated with particular reverence.
Historical Record
Toma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 632 babies have been named Toma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Toma is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,363 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Toma Zdravković was one of Yugoslavia's most beloved folk singers in the 1960s-80s
- In Japanese, Toma can be written with many different kanji combinations, each giving the name a different nuanced meaning
Toma in Other Languages
Arabic
توما
Russian
Фома (Foma)
Japanese
灯馬 (Tōma)
Romanian
Toma
Bulgarian
Тома
Serbian/Croatian
Toma
Popularity Over Time
#5,363
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Toma
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Toma (Japanese actor)
Actor
1985
Japanese actor Ikuta Toma, known for roles in Japanese dramas and films
T
Toma Zdravković
Musician
1938
Beloved Yugoslav folk and pop singer known as the 'Sad Singer of Happy Songs'
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,363
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Slavic Romanian Japanese Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Tom
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Frequently Asked Questions About Toma
What does the name Toma mean?
"twin" (from Aramaic). "companion, horse" (from Japanese). Toma is a variant of Thomas, derived from the Aramaic name 'Ta'oma' meaning 'twin.' The name was popularized by the Apostle Thomas in the New Testament, one of Jesus's twelve apostles. As Thomas spread through Europe via Christianity, it evolved into various regional forms: Tommaso in Italian, Tomás in Spanish, Tomaž in Slovenian, and Toma in Romanian, Bulgarian, Serbian, and Croatian. In Japanese, Toma is also an independent given name written with kanji meaning 'companion' (友) and 'horse' (馬) or other combinations.
What is the origin of the name Toma?
Toma has Aramaic, Japanese, Slavic, Romanian, and Spanish origins. In Aramaic, it means "twin". In Japanese, it means "companion, horse".
Is Toma a boy or girl name?
Toma is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5363. As a girl name, it is ranked #37052. Toma is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Toma?
Toma is pronounced t-OHM-uh.
How popular is the name Toma?
Toma is currently ranked #5363 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Toma?
Common nicknames for Toma include Tom.
What are good middle names for Toma?
Popular middle name pairings include Toma Luca, Toma Marco, Toma Ivan, Toma Stefan, and Toma Andre.
What are good sibling names for Toma?
Names that pair well with Toma as siblings include Mila, Lena, Ivan, Petra, Niko, and Vera.
How many syllables does Toma have?
Toma has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Toma a common or rare name?
Toma is an uncommon name, ranked #5363 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Toma
Toma is a boy name with Slavic, Romanian, Japanese, and Spanish origins . The name means "twin" in Aramaic .
Is Toma a boy or girl name? Toma is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,363 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,052. Toma is more commonly used as a boy name.
Toma is currently ranked #5,363 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Toma has 2 syllables and is pronounced t-OHM-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Toma include Tom. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Toma include Tommy, Tomas, Tom, Tommie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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