Clarence vs Thomas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Thomas

Boy #39 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Twin"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#39
Total SSA Count
6,576
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tom, Tommy, Thom

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clarence Rank #1,563
Thomas Rank #39

Thomas is more popular, ranked #39 vs #1563 for Clarence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarence ___

  • Clarence James
  • Clarence Thomas
  • Clarence Edward
  • Clarence Arthur
  • Clarence William
  • Clarence Henry

Thomas ___

  • Thomas James
  • Thomas William
  • Thomas Edward
  • Thomas Robert
  • Thomas Henry
  • Thomas Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clarence

Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

If you choose Thomas

Elizabeth Charlotte Margaret James William

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarence or Thomas more popular?

Thomas is more popular, ranked #39 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Clarence and Thomas mean?

Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Thomas means "Twin" (Aramaic origin).

Are Clarence and Thomas boy or girl names?

Clarence is primarily a boy name. Thomas is primarily a boy name.

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