TOMAS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Tomas

The surname Tomas is of British origin and is derived from the personal name Thomas, which itself originates from the Aramaic name meaning "twin." The name Thomas has been widely used in Britain since the Middle Ages, and as a result, the surname Tomas has become a common surname found in various regions of the United Kingdom.

The Tomas surname is predominantly concentrated in England, particularly in the southern regions such as London, Kent, and Essex. Over time, the name has also spread to other parts of the UK, including Scotland and Wales.

Individuals bearing the surname Tomas have been notable in various fields, including academia, literature, politics, and the arts. The name Tomas may also have variants such as Thomases, Thomasson, or Thomason, reflecting regional and historical differences in spelling.

Research into genealogy and family history has revealed that the Tomas surname is often associated with families of English, Scottish, or Welsh descent, further highlighting its deep-rooted presence in British culture and heritage.

There are approximately 505 people named Tomas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Tomas.

Origin: Iberian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Spain

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Spanish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Albert
Dafydd
David
John
Jose
Josep
Lee
Michael
Miguel
Pedro
Peter
Robert
Sam
Vipin

Female

Beatrice
Carmen
Catherine
Elizabeth
Gloria
Holly
Kathleen
Kelly
Laura
Lisa
Maria
Michelle
Rebecca
Silvana
Yolanda

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.