Thomas Regis

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Thomas Regis — twin
2.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Thomas Regis 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 Regis: Regis or Régis is a surname. Notable persons with that surname include: Albert Regis (born 2003), American football player Balthasar Regis (died 1757), Canon of Windsor Cyrille Regis (1958–2018), English association football player Dave Regis (born 1964), English association football player David Regis (born 1968), French-American association football player Ed Regis (author) (born 1944), American author and educator Hazel-Ann Regis (born 1981), Grenadian sprinter Jean-Baptiste Régis (died 1738), French Jesuit missionary John Regis (athlete) (born 1966), English sprinter Johannes Regis (c. 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: Regis

French

Regis or Régis is a surname. Notable persons with that surname include: Albert Regis (born 2003), American football player Balthasar Regis (died 1757), Canon of Windsor Cyrille Regis (1958–2018), English association football player Dave Regis (born 1964), English association football player David Regis (born 1968), French-American association football player Ed Regis (author) (born 1944), American author and educator Hazel-Ann Regis (born 1981), Grenadian sprinter Jean-Baptiste Régis (died 1738), French Jesuit missionary John Regis (athlete) (born 1966), English sprinter Johannes Regis (c.

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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 Regis

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 Regis:

8
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Regis?
The surname Regis originates from French. Regis or Régis is a surname. Notable persons with that surname include: Albert Regis (born 2003), American football player Balthasar Regis (died 1757), Canon of Windsor Cyrille Regis (1958–2018), English association football player Dave Regis (born 1964), English association football player David Regis (born 1968), French-American association football player Ed Regis (author) (born 1944), American author and educator Hazel-Ann Regis (born 1981), Grenadian sprinter Jean-Baptiste Régis (died 1738), French Jesuit missionary John Regis (athlete) (born 1966), English sprinter Johannes Regis (c.
What are the origins of the name Thomas Regis?
The name Thomas Regis combines two different traditions: the first name Thomas has Hebrew roots, while the surname Regis originates from French.
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