Husband and I are expecting our first baby in March and hes really pushing for Thomas after his grandfather. I like the name but worry its too old fashioned and hell be the only Thomas in a classroom full of Liams and Noahs. Our last name is Johnson so hed literally be Thomas Johnson which feels almost too traditional. Would love to hear from actual Thomas Johnsons about their experience with the name.
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As a Thomas Johnson in my 30s, I actually love my name. Classic names never really go out of style, and Thomas has tons of nickname options - Tom, Tommy, TJ if you want something more casual. Way better than having a trendy name that dates you to a specific decade.
the nickname options are a good point. husband goes by tom and i could see calling a little one tommy
Elementary teacher here. Thomas has actually been making a comeback! Had three in my classes last year. Classic names are trending again - lots of James, Henry, Eleanor, Charlotte. Your son wont stand out as weird or old fashioned at all.
Only downside is how common Thomas Johnson is. Ive had issues with everything from credit reports to travel. But honestly its a small price to pay for a solid, respectable name that works at any age.
yeah the commonality is my main worry. might consider a more unique middle name at least
A distinctive middle name helps a lot. Im Thomas Xavier Johnson and thats unique enough to avoid most mix-ups.
Thomas is ranked around 48 in the US right now. Popular enough to be familiar but not so popular hell have five in his class. I think its a great choice!
My grandson was named Thomas Johnson last year and honestly it makes me so happy every time i hear it. I know the common name thing can be annoying sometimes but theres something really nice about carrying a name that has history behind it. Your kid will grow into it and make it his own. The nickname flexibility is genuinely great too, my grandson already goes by Tommy and its the cutest thing.