Thomas Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Thomas name began, what it means, and how Herald Lab researches a Thomas coat of arms.
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Origin of the Thomas name
Thomas comes from the Aramaic name of the apostle, meaning "twin". It became a surname both from the given name itself and, in Wales, when sons kept their father's name Thomas as a fixed surname. It is common in Wales, England, France and the United States.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Thomas name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Thomas name in Wales & England. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, France and Australia; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Thomas name FAQ
What does the Thomas name mean?
Twin (Aramaic). Common variants include Thomson, Tomas, Thompson.
Where does the Thomas surname come from?
It originates in Wales & England, and is also found in the United States, France and Australia.
Is there a Thomas coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Thomas crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Thomas coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Reaney & Wilson, Dictionary of English Surnames; US Census Bureau 2010; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).