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Thomson

Pronunciation: [ t-AHMS-uhn ]

Boy Name #23,500 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Thomson is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced t-AHMS-uhn.

Parents who love the name Thomson often also consider Valerie, Famous, Bufard .

Popularity Over Time

#23,500
Current Rank
Peaked 1959 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#23,500
Total SSA Count
6

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Tho Thy Thoie Thomie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thomson

Is Thomson a boy or girl name?
Thomson is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Thomson?
Thomson is pronounced t-AHMS-uhn.
How popular is the name Thomson?
Thomson is currently ranked #23500 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Thomson?
Common nicknames for Thomson include Tho, Thy, Thoie, and Thomie.
Is Thomson a common or rare name?
Thomson is an uncommon name, ranked #23500 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Thomson

Thomson is a boy name .

Thomson is currently ranked #23,500 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Thomson include Tho, Thy, Thoie, and Thomie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Thomson include Thomas, Thompson . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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