Tom Pauley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tom Pauley — rising ground
176K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tom Pauley 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 Pauley: Pauley, Kentucky, an unincorporated community in the United States People with the surname Aaron Pauley (born 1988), American musician Art Pauley (1905–1984), American historian and author Cecil De Pauley (1893–1968), Church of Ireland bishop and author David Pauley (born 1983), American baseball player Edwin W. 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: Pauley

English

Pauley, Kentucky, an unincorporated community in the United States People with the surname Aaron Pauley (born 1988), American musician Art Pauley (1905–1984), American historian and author Cecil De Pauley (1893–1968), Church of Ireland bishop and author David Pauley (born 1983), American baseball player Edwin W.

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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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Notable People Named Tom Pauley

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 Tom Pauley:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Pauley?
The surname Pauley originates from English. Pauley, Kentucky, an unincorporated community in the United States People with the surname Aaron Pauley (born 1988), American musician Art Pauley (1905–1984), American historian and author Cecil De Pauley (1893–1968), Church of Ireland bishop and author David Pauley (born 1983), American baseball player Edwin W.
What are the origins of the name Tom Pauley?
The name Tom Pauley combines two different traditions: the first name Tom has Germanic roots, while the surname Pauley originates from English.
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