Mary vs Thomas
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Thomas
Gender: boy
Origin: Aramaic
Meaning: Twin
Peak: 1951 (2.53%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 2.14% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 1.84% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 1.58% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 1.37% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 1.36% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 1.51% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 2.02% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 2.51% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 1.81% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 1.40% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.95% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.85% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.61% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Thomas more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Thomas peaked in 1951.
What do Mary and Thomas mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Thomas means "Twin".