Name comparison
Mary vs Thomas
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 4.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #13 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 1.4M for Thomas - a ratio of about 4.4x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Thomas more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,399,807 for Thomas. That is roughly 4.4x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Thomas?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Thomas used for the same gender?
Mary is 0.4% male, while Thomas is 99.6% male.
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