Name comparison
Paul vs Thomas
Thomas is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Paul | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 783,600 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #39 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,209 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 783,600 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Thomas has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 784k for Paul - a ratio of about 1.8x.
Paul originates from unknown origins. Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paul or Thomas more popular?
Thomas is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,399,807 estimated living bearers compared to 783,600 for Paul. That is roughly 1.8x more bearers of Thomas.
What is the difference in origin between Paul and Thomas?
Paul originates from unknown sources. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Paul and Thomas used for the same gender?
Both Paul and Thomas are predominantly used as male names.
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