Tom Lockhart

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tom Lockhart — rising ground
176K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tom Lockhart is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Tom is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Tom is a masculine given name, often used as a diminutive of Thomas. In Germanic countries and Scandinavia, "Tom" is in use as a formal given name. The Gaelic-Cymric name Tom means "rising ground" or "eminent". In literature and popular culture, it is often used to represent "an ordinary man". The name Tôm also exists as an independent Aramaic name. The surname Lockhart: Lockhart is a surname of Scottish origin. People with the surname Anne Lockhart (actress) (born 1953), US actress Austelle Lockhart, Dominica politician Beatriz Lockhart (1944–2015), Uruguayan pianist, music educator and composer Bob Lockhart, Canadian politician Bob Lockhart (footballer) (1940–2010), Australian footballer Calvin Lockhart (1934–2007), Bahamian–American actor Carla Lockhart (born 1985), British Member of Parliament Chekira Lockhart Hypolite, Dominican politician Dennis P. Lockhart (born 1947), American businessman and economist E. Tom is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 176K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tom reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tom

Meaning: rising ground

Germanic

Tom is a masculine given name, often used as a diminutive of Thomas. In Germanic countries and Scandinavia, "Tom" is in use as a formal given name. The Gaelic-Cymric name Tom means "rising ground" or "eminent". In literature and popular culture, it is often used to represent "an ordinary man". The name Tôm also exists as an independent Aramaic name.

Surname: Lockhart

Scottish

Lockhart is a surname of Scottish origin. People with the surname Anne Lockhart (actress) (born 1953), US actress Austelle Lockhart, Dominica politician Beatriz Lockhart (1944–2015), Uruguayan pianist, music educator and composer Bob Lockhart, Canadian politician Bob Lockhart (footballer) (1940–2010), Australian footballer Calvin Lockhart (1934–2007), Bahamian–American actor Carla Lockhart (born 1985), British Member of Parliament Chekira Lockhart Hypolite, Dominican politician Dennis P. Lockhart (born 1947), American businessman and economist E.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Tom?
The first name Tom originates from Germanic. Tom is a masculine given name, often used as a diminutive of Thomas. In Germanic countries and Scandinavia, "Tom" is in use as a formal given name. The Gaelic-Cymric name Tom means "rising ground" or "eminent". In literature and popular culture, it is often used to represent "an ordinary man". The name Tôm also exists as an independent Aramaic name.
When was Tom most popular?
The name Tom reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lockhart?
The surname Lockhart originates from Scottish. Lockhart is a surname of Scottish origin. People with the surname Anne Lockhart (actress) (born 1953), US actress Austelle Lockhart, Dominica politician Beatriz Lockhart (1944–2015), Uruguayan pianist, music educator and composer Bob Lockhart, Canadian politician Bob Lockhart (footballer) (1940–2010), Australian footballer Calvin Lockhart (1934–2007), Bahamian–American actor Carla Lockhart (born 1985), British Member of Parliament Chekira Lockhart Hypolite, Dominican politician Dennis P. Lockhart (born 1947), American businessman and economist E.
What are the origins of the name Tom Lockhart?
The name Tom Lockhart combines two different traditions: the first name Tom has Germanic roots, while the surname Lockhart originates from Scottish.
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