Tommaso

/tohm-MAH-soh/

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Tommaso is an Italian boy's name pronounced /tohm-MAH-soh/. Italian form of Thomas, meaning "twin".

Meaning of Tommaso

Italian form of Thomas, meaning "twin".

Tommaso is the Italian form of the Biblical name Thomas, which derives from the Aramaic name Ta'oma'. The name gained widespread popularity in the Christian world due to the Apostle Thomas and later through the influence of the influential theologian Saint Thomas Aquinas.

Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
/tohm-MAH-soh/

Cultural background

The name remains a classic and perennially popular choice in Italy, frequently appearing in the top 10 rankings for newborn boys. It is associated with both intellectual tradition and contemporary Italian style.

Variations & nicknames

  • Thomas
  • Tommasino
  • Maso
  • Tommy
  • Tomme

Famous people named Tommaso

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Tommaso Aquinas

    Influential philosopher, theologian, and Jurist in the tradition of scholasticism.

    Religion · 1225–1274

  • Tommaso Campanella

    Dominican friar, philosopher, theologian, and astrologer known for 'The City of the Sun'.

    Literature · 1568–1639

  • Tommaso Marinetti

    Founder of the Futurist movement and author of the Futurist Manifesto.

    Literature · 1876–1944

  • Tommaso Ciampa

    Professional wrestler known for his tenure in WWE.

    Sport · 2000s–present

  • Tommaso Rocchi

    Former professional footballer who played as a striker, most notably for Lazio.

    Sport · 1990s–2010s

Frequently asked about Tommaso

What does Tommaso mean?
Tommaso is the Italian form of Thomas, which originates from the Aramaic word for 'twin'.
How do you pronounce Tommaso?
It is pronounced tom-MAH-zo, with the emphasis on the second syllable.
Is Tommaso a boy or girl name?
Tommaso is a masculine name used for boys.
Is Tommaso a common name in Italy?
Yes, it is a very common and traditional name that consistently ranks among the most popular names for baby boys in Italy.

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