Thomas Braden

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Thomas Braden — twin
2.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Thomas Braden is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Thomas is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Greek Thomas (Θωμᾶς), from Aramaic Toma, meaning "twin." One of the twelve apostles, known as "Doubting Thomas." The surname Braden: Braden is a surname. Alan Braden (1927–2021), British composer Alison Braden (born 1982), Canadian water polo player Andrew D. Braden (1916–1993), American professor Anne Braden (1924–2006), American activist Barbara Braden (1943–2023), American nurse Ben Braden (born 1994), American football player Bernard Braden (1916–1993), English actor and comedian Bill Braden (born 1954), Canadian politician Bob Braden (1934–2018), American computer scientist Carl Braden (1914–1975), American activist Charles S. Braden (1887–1970), American professor C. O. Thomas is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.1 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Thomas reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Thomas

Meaning: twin

Hebrew

From the Greek Thomas (Θωμᾶς), from Aramaic Toma, meaning "twin." One of the twelve apostles, known as "Doubting Thomas."

Surname: Braden

English

Braden is a surname. Alan Braden (1927–2021), British composer Alison Braden (born 1982), Canadian water polo player Andrew D. Braden (1916–1993), American professor Anne Braden (1924–2006), American activist Barbara Braden (1943–2023), American nurse Ben Braden (born 1994), American football player Bernard Braden (1916–1993), English actor and comedian Bill Braden (born 1954), Canadian politician Bob Braden (1934–2018), American computer scientist Carl Braden (1914–1975), American activist Charles S. Braden (1887–1970), American professor C. O.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Thomas is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Thomas by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Thomas has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Tom
  • Tommy
  • Tommaso
  • Tomás
  • Tomas
  • Thom

Notable People Named Thomas Braden

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Thomas Braden:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Thomas?
The first name Thomas originates from Hebrew. From the Greek Thomas (Θωμᾶς), from Aramaic Toma, meaning "twin." One of the twelve apostles, known as "Doubting Thomas."
When was Thomas most popular?
The name Thomas reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Braden?
The surname Braden originates from English. Braden is a surname. Alan Braden (1927–2021), British composer Alison Braden (born 1982), Canadian water polo player Andrew D. Braden (1916–1993), American professor Anne Braden (1924–2006), American activist Barbara Braden (1943–2023), American nurse Ben Braden (born 1994), American football player Bernard Braden (1916–1993), English actor and comedian Bill Braden (born 1954), Canadian politician Bob Braden (1934–2018), American computer scientist Carl Braden (1914–1975), American activist Charles S. Braden (1887–1970), American professor C. O.
What are the origins of the name Thomas Braden?
The name Thomas Braden combines two different traditions: the first name Thomas has Hebrew roots, while the surname Braden originates from English.
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