Tomasina Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: toh-mah-SEE-nah /təˈmɑːsɪnə/
Origin: Italian; Spanish
Meaning: Italian: Twin; Spanish: Little Thomas
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tomasina is of Italian origin, derived from the masculine name Tommaso, which itself comes from the Aramaic name Ta'oma, meaning "twin." The name Tommaso was adopted into Latin as Thomas, which then influenced various languages, including English. The feminine form, Tomasina, emerged in Italian-speaking regions, reflecting a common practice of feminizing male names by adding suffixes such as -ina.
This linguistic evolution illustrates the broader trend of adapting names to fit gender norms within different cultures. Historically, the name Thomas has significant biblical roots, as it is borne by one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, known for his initial doubt about the resurrection.
This association has made the name prominent in Christian contexts since the early centuries of the Common Era. The name's popularity was further solidified through various translations of the Bible, including the Vulgate in the late 4th century and the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which helped disseminate the name across Europe and beyond.
Culturally, Tomasina may carry connotations of strength and resilience, reflecting the qualities often associated with the twin archetype. In Italian culture, names ending in -ina are often seen as affectionate or diminutive, which adds a layer of warmth to the name.
The name's historical and cultural significance is underscored by its connection to various saints and figures throughout history, reinforcing its enduring presence in literature and religious texts. While Tomasina may not be as widely recognized as its masculine counterpart, it embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage.
Fictional characters named Tomasina
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Tomasina is a fictional character from the novel The Cat Who Went to Heaven by Elizabeth Coatsworth. She is a beloved cat whose presence brings inspiration and transformation to the artist who paints her portrait.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tomasina was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Tomasina has ranked as high as #6207 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Tomasina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tomasina is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tomasina was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tomasina.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 | 9 |
| 1986 | 10 | 10 |
| 1985 | 13 | 13 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1980 | 13 | 13 |
| 1979 | 13 | 13 |
| 1978 | 6 | 6 |
| 1977 | 12 | 12 |
| 1976 | 16 | 16 |
| 1975 | 13 | 13 |
| 1974 | 10 | 10 |
| 1973 | 11 | 11 |
| 1972 | 8 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 |
| 1967 | 8 | 8 |
| 1966 | 12 | 12 |
| 1965 | 13 | 13 |
| 1964 | 7 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1937 | 7 | 7 |
| 1932 | 10 | 10 |
| 1930 | 12 | 12 |
| 1929 | 7 | 7 |
| 1928 | 6 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 | 6 |
| 1925 | 9 | 9 |
| 1922 | 8 | 8 |
| 1921 | 7 | 7 |
| 1920 | 10 | 10 |
| 1916 | 6 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Tomasina (1964)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |