Tommy Mak

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tommy Mak — English
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tommy Mak is a name that combines English origins. The first name Tommy is a masculine given name of English origin. Tommy is a masculine given name, frequently a short form of Thomas. An alternative spelling is Thommy. Tommy Brown (singer) (1931–2016), American R&B singer Tommy Brown (record producer) (born 1986), American record producer Tommy Brown, drummer with Nero and the Gladiators and songwriter Tommy Cairo (born 1958), American professional wrestler Tommy Cannon (born 1938), British comedian Tommy Chong (born 1938), Canadian actor, writer, director, musician, and comedian, half of the Cheech & Chong comedy duo Tommy Collins (singer), stage name of American country music singer-songwriter Leonard Sip. The surname Mak: Mài is a Chinese surname. It is commonly transliterated as Mak in Hong Kong, based on the Cantonese pronunciation, though other transliterations exist. "麥" is the standard character in both Traditional and Simplified scripts but 麦 is also a variant seen in both. The meaning of the Chinese character is either wheat or barley. According to a 2013 study, 麥 was the 200th most common surname, shared by 550,000 people or 0.041% of China's population, with Guangdong being the province with the most. Tommy is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 168K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tommy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tommy

English

Tommy is a masculine given name, frequently a short form of Thomas. An alternative spelling is Thommy. Tommy Brown (singer) (1931–2016), American R&B singer Tommy Brown (record producer) (born 1986), American record producer Tommy Brown, drummer with Nero and the Gladiators and songwriter Tommy Cairo (born 1958), American professional wrestler Tommy Cannon (born 1938), British comedian Tommy Chong (born 1938), Canadian actor, writer, director, musician, and comedian, half of the Cheech & Chong comedy duo Tommy Collins (singer), stage name of American country music singer-songwriter Leonard Sip.

Surname: Mak

Vietnamese

Mài is a Chinese surname. It is commonly transliterated as Mak in Hong Kong, based on the Cantonese pronunciation, though other transliterations exist. "麥" is the standard character in both Traditional and Simplified scripts but 麦 is also a variant seen in both. The meaning of the Chinese character is either wheat or barley. According to a 2013 study, 麥 was the 200th most common surname, shared by 550,000 people or 0.041% of China's population, with Guangdong being the province with the most.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

1900s
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Notable People Named Tommy Mak

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 Tommy Mak:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Tommy?
The first name Tommy originates from English. Tommy is a masculine given name, frequently a short form of Thomas. An alternative spelling is Thommy. Tommy Brown (singer) (1931–2016), American R&B singer Tommy Brown (record producer) (born 1986), American record producer Tommy Brown, drummer with Nero and the Gladiators and songwriter Tommy Cairo (born 1958), American professional wrestler Tommy Cannon (born 1938), British comedian Tommy Chong (born 1938), Canadian actor, writer, director, musician, and comedian, half of the Cheech & Chong comedy duo Tommy Collins (singer), stage name of American country music singer-songwriter Leonard Sip.
When was Tommy most popular?
The name Tommy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mak?
The surname Mak originates from Vietnamese. Mài is a Chinese surname. It is commonly transliterated as Mak in Hong Kong, based on the Cantonese pronunciation, though other transliterations exist. "麥" is the standard character in both Traditional and Simplified scripts but 麦 is also a variant seen in both. The meaning of the Chinese character is either wheat or barley. According to a 2013 study, 麥 was the 200th most common surname, shared by 550,000 people or 0.041% of China's population, with Guangdong being the province with the most.
What are the origins of the name Tommy Mak?
The name Tommy Mak combines two different traditions: the first name Tommy has English roots, while the surname Mak originates from Vietnamese.
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