Thompson
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Derives From Thomas Twin.
- Origin
- English
Thompson Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,666 baby boys have been named Thompson. The name peaked in 2018 with 76 US births that year (rank #1956). In 2024, ranked #2934 nationally — 978 places below its 2018 peak.
Top States for Thompson
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Thompson births are: California (67), Texas (34), Georgia (28).
Other English-Origin Names Like Thompson
If you like Thompson's English origin, consider these related names: Aaric, Aarika, Aarshiya, Aase, Aasiya. Browse all English names →
8-Letter Names Starting with T
Names with Thompson's exact length and starting letter: Tadleigh, Tahkeome, Taicligh, Taidhgin, Tailayag.
Quick Facts About Thompson
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Compare Thompson to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Thompson against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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