Tom: meaning of the Hebrew name
תּוֹם
Pronounced TOM
- Unisex
- Hebrew
- #90 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Tom
Tom means integrity, wholeness and pure innocence, as in "He who walks in integrity walks securely." A short name that is loved all over the world.
Tom in Hebrew
Tom is written תום in Hebrew (with vowel points: תּוֹם). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- תTav
- וVav
- מMem
Gematria value: 446 (Tav 400 + Vav 6 + Mem 40)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginHebrew
- Meaninginnocence
- PronunciationTOM
- Hebrewתום
- Syllables1
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Tom ranked #90 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (191 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #66, in 2021.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 90 | 191 |
| 2023 | 87 | 193 |
| 2022 | 87 | 191 |
| 2021 | 66 | 268 |
| 2020 | 83 | 216 |
| 2019 | 99 | 187 |
| 2018 | 109 | 171 |
| 2017 | 91 | 209 |
| 2016 | 102 | 193 |
| 2015 | 115 | 151 |
| 2014 | 93 | 189 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Tom
What does the name Tom mean?
Tom means integrity, wholeness and pure innocence, as in "He who walks in integrity walks securely." A short name that is loved all over the world.
How do you pronounce Tom?
Tom is pronounced TOM in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Tom in Hebrew?
Tom is written תום in Hebrew (with vowel points: תּוֹם).
How popular is the name Tom in Israel?
In 2024, Tom ranked #90 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (191 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #66, in 2021. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Tom?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling תום adds up to 446 (Tav 400 + Vav 6 + Mem 40).
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