Tom Suter

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tom Suter — rising ground
176K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tom Suter 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 Suter: Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute. 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: Suter

English

Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute.

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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 Suter

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 Suter:

5
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Suter?
The surname Suter originates from English. Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute.
What are the origins of the name Tom Suter?
The name Tom Suter combines two different traditions: the first name Tom has Germanic roots, while the surname Suter originates from English.
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