Tommy is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #144 in 1996 with 247 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 2,013 births ranking #22. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 1,290 boys born was named Tommy. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Tommy is an affectionate, familiar form of Thomas and therefore carries the meaning twin. It feels warm, informal, and enduringly usable.
Originally a nickname, Tommy became a very common stand-alone given name in English-speaking countries. Its popularity reflects the broader comfort with friendly diminutive forms.