Tomie

Meaning of Tomie

Tomie is a unisex name with Japanese origins. It is pronounced as TOH-mee in both British English (/ˈtəʊmi/) and American English (/ˈtoʊmi/). Another variation of this name is Tomiko. In the United States, the popularity of the name Tomie has varied over the years. In recent times, it has been less common, with only a few occurrences recorded each year. However, during the mid-20th century, it was more popular and ranked within the top 10,000 names for newborns. Despite its fluctuating popularity, Tomie remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with Japanese roots.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as TOH-mee (/ˈtəʊmi/)

American English

  • Pronunced as TOH-mee (/ˈtoʊmi/)

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Notable People Named Tomie

Tomie dePaola - Thomas Anthony "Tomie" dePaola was an American writer and illustrator known for creating over 260 children's books, including the popular Strega Nona series, and was honored with the Children's Literature Legacy Award in 2011.
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