Tommy is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #13691 in 2019 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 35 births ranking #4161. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 22.2%. In 2019, approximately 1 in every 239,653 girls born was named Tommy. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.