Tomasz Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-mahsh / ˈtɔ.maʃPolish; Hebrew
Meaning
Polish: twin; Hebrew: the Lord is good
Historical & Cultural Background
Tomasz is a Polish variant of the name Thomas, which has roots in the Aramaic word 'twin'. The name has been popular in Poland and among Polish communities worldwide. It is often associated with various saints, including Saint Thomas the Apostle, which has contributed to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
The name Tomasz has seen consistent popularity in Poland and among Polish communities, though its usage in other countries varies.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tomek
- Tom
International Variants
- Tomás (Spanish)
- Tomas (Czech)
- Tomaž (Slovenian)
- Tomasz (Polish)
Famous people named Tomasz
Tomasz Adamek is a Polish professional boxer and former world champion in two weight classes.
Tomasz Kot is a Polish actor known for his roles in films such as 'Cold War'.
Tomasz Gollob is a retired Polish speedway rider and world champion.
Tomasz Stańko was a renowned Polish jazz trumpeter and composer.
Fictional characters named Tomasz
Tomasz is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of the Witcher series.
Tomasz is a character in the film 'The Pianist', portraying a Polish Jew during World War II.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tomasz was first seen in the United States in 1969. Tomasz has ranked as high as #1221 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Tomasz has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tomasz (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |