Tommi Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TOM-ee //ˈtɒmi//
Origin: English; Finnish
Meaning: English: twin; Finnish: a diminutive of Tuula
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tommi is a diminutive form of the name Thomas, which has its roots in the Aramaic name Ta'oma, meaning "twin." The name was adopted into Greek as Thomas (Θωμάς) and subsequently into Latin as Thomas, which became popular in various forms across Europe. The transition into English occurred through the Norman influence in the 11th century, where Thomas became a common name, and diminutive forms like Tom and Tommy emerged.
Tommi, as a feminine variant, likely developed in the 20th century as a modern adaptation of these traditional names. Historically, the name Thomas has significant biblical connections, being borne by one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, known for his initial doubt regarding the resurrection (John 20:24-29).
The name gained further prominence through various saints, notably Saint Thomas Aquinas in the 13th century, a major theologian and philosopher whose works have had a lasting impact on Christian thought. The name's enduring presence in religious texts and its association with notable figures have contributed to its longevity in various cultures.
Culturally, the name Tommi and its variants have been embraced in different contexts, often symbolizing qualities such as loyalty and companionship, reflective of the meaning "twin." The use of diminutives in naming conventions often conveys affection and familiarity, which may explain the appeal of Tommi as a softer, more intimate form. This adaptation aligns with a broader trend in naming practices where traditional names are modified to create unique yet recognizable forms, allowing for personal expression while maintaining historical ties.
Famous people named Tommi
In this section, you will find notable people named Tommi. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tommi who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Tommi Kitti is a professional wrestler best known for his work in the Finnish wrestling scene.
Tommi Mäkinen is a former rally driver best known for winning the World Rally Championship four times.
Tommi Salo is a former professional ice hockey goaltender best known for playing in the NHL and representing Finland in international competitions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tommi was first seen in the United States in 1945.
Tommi has ranked as high as #3080 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Kentucky, North Carolina, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Tommi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tommi 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 Tommi 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 Tommi.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 2024 | 40 | 6 | 34 |
| 2023 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 2022 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 2021 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 2020 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2019 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 2018 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 2017 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 2016 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 2015 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 2014 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2013 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2012 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2011 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2010 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2009 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 2008 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 2007 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 2006 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 2005 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2004 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2003 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 2002 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 2001 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 2000 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| 1999 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1998 | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| 1997 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1996 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1995 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1994 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1993 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1992 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1991 | 28 | 5 | 23 |
| 1990 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1989 | 32 | 6 | 26 |
| 1988 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 1987 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1986 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1985 | 30 | 5 | 25 |
| 1984 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1983 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1982 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1981 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1980 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1979 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1978 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 1977 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 1976 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 1975 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1974 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1973 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1972 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1971 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1970 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1969 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1968 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1967 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1966 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1965 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1964 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1963 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1962 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1961 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1960 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1959 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1958 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1957 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1956 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1955 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1954 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1953 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1952 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1951 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1950 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1947 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Tommi (2023)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |