Tommy is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #8925 in 2021 with 12 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 35 births ranking #4161. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 33.3%. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 136,643 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.