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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Thoma

Twin, familiar

Pronunciation: /ˈθoʊməs/ (ˈθoːmɑs)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 80
Meaning
Twin, familiar
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
2
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Emerald
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
80
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GoldYellow

What does Thoma mean?

Derived from the Greek word thomas, meaning 'twin' or 'follower'. In the New Testament, the name is given to one of the twelve apostles, known for his doubt and skepticism towards Christ's resurrection.

Thoma in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
תומא
twin
Greek
Θωμᾶς
twin
Latin
Thomas
twin
English
Thomas
twin

How to pronounce Thoma

English pronunciation
/ˈθoʊməs/
Biblical pronunciation
/ˈθoʊməs/
IPA notation
ˈθoːmɑs

Numerology & personality

Expressive, creative, and social.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Faith and doubt.

The name Thomas is not only of historical significance to Christians as one of the twelve apostles, but it has also been popularly used in various Christian communities and cultures. In various Christian denominations, Thomas is celebrated as a saint and is remembered with great reverence. The cultural impact of the name Thomas can be seen in the various feast days and traditions associated with it in Christian communities around the world.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (Matthew 10:3, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:15, John 11:16, John 20:24-29, Acts 1:13, Acts 11:12, Acts 14:3, Acts 15:2, Acts 16:17)

Saint connection: Thomas

Popularity of Thoma by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 77 2024
Brazil BR 94 2024
Spain ES 80 2024
United States US 92 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Thoma

What does Thoma mean?
Thoma is a Greek Christian name derived from the Greek word thomas, meaning 'twin' or 'follower'.
Is Thoma a Christianity name?
Yes, Thoma is a Greek Christian name with deep roots in the religion.
How to pronounce Thoma?
Thoma is pronounced as 'Tho-mah'.
Is Thoma popular today?
Thoma is a popular name among Christians and is often used as a name for boys in various Christian communities.
What is the origin of Thoma?
Thoma is a Greek Christian name derived from the Greek word thomas, meaning 'twin' or 'follower'.