Thomas Higley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Thomas Higley — twin
2.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Thomas Higley 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 Higley: Brewster Higley (1823–1911), otolaryngologist who became famous for writing "The Western Home" Dena Higley (born 1958), American television soap opera writer who lives in Los Angeles, California Harvey V. Higley (1892–1986), Ansul Chemical Company president (1938–48) and chairman of the board Mark Higley, American politician from Vermont Samuel Higley (1680-1737), Blacksmith and creator of the “Higley coppers” Higley, Arizona, unincorporated community in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States Higley Flow State Park, located in the township of Colton in St. 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: Higley

English

Brewster Higley (1823–1911), otolaryngologist who became famous for writing "The Western Home" Dena Higley (born 1958), American television soap opera writer who lives in Los Angeles, California Harvey V. Higley (1892–1986), Ansul Chemical Company president (1938–48) and chairman of the board Mark Higley, American politician from Vermont Samuel Higley (1680-1737), Blacksmith and creator of the “Higley coppers” Higley, Arizona, unincorporated community in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States Higley Flow State Park, located in the township of Colton in St.

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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 Higley

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 Higley:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Higley?
The surname Higley originates from English. Brewster Higley (1823–1911), otolaryngologist who became famous for writing "The Western Home" Dena Higley (born 1958), American television soap opera writer who lives in Los Angeles, California Harvey V. Higley (1892–1986), Ansul Chemical Company president (1938–48) and chairman of the board Mark Higley, American politician from Vermont Samuel Higley (1680-1737), Blacksmith and creator of the “Higley coppers” Higley, Arizona, unincorporated community in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States Higley Flow State Park, located in the township of Colton in St.
What are the origins of the name Thomas Higley?
The name Thomas Higley combines two different traditions: the first name Thomas has Hebrew roots, while the surname Higley originates from English.
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