Thomasmichael
A masculine combined name of English origin meaning "Twin like God".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Thomasmichael. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Thomasmichael today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Thomasmichael births was 1988 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Thomasmichael. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Thomasmichael. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1988
6 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1988 SSA rank
#7,175
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Thomasmichael: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Thomasmichael by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Thomasmichael during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Thomasmichael
The given name Thomasmichael is a unique amalgamation of two distinct names, Thomas and Michael, each with its own rich history and cultural significance. The name Thomas finds its origins in the Aramaic word "Te'oma," which translates to "twin." This connection can be traced back to the biblical figure of Thomas the Apostle, also known as Doubting Thomas, who was one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ.
Michael, on the other hand, has its roots in the Hebrew name "Mikha'el," which means "who is like God?" This name is derived from the rhetorical question posed in the biblical book of Exodus, where it is used to refer to the archangel Michael, one of the principal angels in the Abrahamic religions.
While the combined name Thomasmichael is relatively uncommon, it may have been influenced by the practice of combining multiple names, particularly in certain cultural or religious traditions. This practice can be observed in various periods of history, although the specific origins of this particular combination remain unclear.
In terms of historical references, the name Thomas has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout the ages. One of the earliest recorded examples is Thomas the Apostle, who lived in the 1st century AD and is revered as a saint in various Christian traditions. Another prominent figure was Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274), an Italian Dominican friar, philosopher, and theologian who profoundly influenced Catholic doctrine.
The name Michael has also been associated with several influential individuals. One of the most renowned is Michael the Archangel, a prominent figure in Abrahamic religions who is often depicted as a leader of the heavenly host. Another notable bearer of the name is Michael Faraday (1791-1867), the English scientist whose groundbreaking work in electromagnetism and electrochemistry laid the foundations for the field of electromagnetic theory.
Other historical figures with the name Thomas include:
1. Thomas More (1478-1535), an English lawyer, social philosopher, and Renaissance humanist.
2. Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), the third President of the United States and a principal author of the Declaration of Independence.
3. Thomas Edison (1847-1931), the prolific American inventor and businessman who revolutionized modern technology.
Individuals with the name Michael throughout history include:
1. Michael I Rangabe (770-844), a Byzantine Emperor who reigned from 811 to 813 AD.
2. Michael Angelo Buonarroti (1475-1564), the renowned Italian Renaissance artist, sculptor, and architect.
3. Michael Faraday (1791-1867), the influential English scientist known for his contributions to electromagnetism and electrochemistry.
4. Michael Collins (1890-1922), an Irish revolutionary leader and a prominent figure in the Irish War of Independence.
5. Michael Jordan (born 1963), the legendary American basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time.
These are just a few examples of the rich historical tapestry woven by individuals bearing the names Thomas and Michael, which together form the unique combination of Thomasmichael.
People
Thomasmichael + last name combinations
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FAQ
Thomasmichael: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Thomasmichael?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Thomasmichael going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Thomasmichael a common name?
We classify Thomasmichael as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Thomasmichael most popular?
The single biggest year for Thomasmichael was 1988, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Thomasmichael is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Thomasmichael in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Thomasmichael a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Thomasmichael in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Thomasmichael still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Thomasmichael in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Thomasmichael can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Thomasmichael?
You can see how many people share the name Thomasmichael on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.