Thompson

Meaning of Thompson

Thompson, pronounced THUHM-suhn (/ˈθʌmp.sən/), originates as an Anglo-Scottish patronymic surname meaning “son of Thomas”—Thomas itself deriving via medieval Latin from the Aramaic תָּאוֹמָא (taʾōmāʾ), signifying “twin.” Over the course of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, the name has transitioned into use as a masculine given name within Anglo-American contexts, embodying an analytical blend of familial heritage and understated formality. Data from the United States Social Security Administration reveal that Thompson has maintained a steady presence among male newborn names since at least 2018, with annual occurrences ranging from 34 to 76 and ranks oscillating between 836th and 895th, most recently appearing 43 times in 2024 at rank 881. Such consistent yet modest usage underscores its appeal to parents who seek a surname-inspired forename endowed with historical depth and neutral gravitas.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as THUHM-suhn (/ˈθʌmp.sən/)

• Thomson