Tom vs Carlton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tom

Boy #2,829 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"twin"

Origin: Aramaic

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Boy #2,842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"settlement of free men"

Origin: Old English

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Tom Rank #2,829

Carlton Rank #2,842

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 vs #2842 for Carlton.

Is Tom or Carlton more popular?

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 compared to Carlton at #2842 in the United States.

What do Tom and Carlton mean?

Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin). Carlton means "settlement of free men" (Old English origin).

Are Tom and Carlton boy or girl names?

Tom is primarily a boy name. Carlton is primarily a boy name.