About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Thomas, Tom, Tommy
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
The Irish form of Thomas; used in Ireland from the early Christian period through devotion to the apostle. Famous bearer: Tomás Ó Criomhthain, author of 'An tOileánach'.
The story behind Tomás
The standard Irish form of Thomas, used continuously since the medieval period.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; Gaelic form of Thomas.
Did you know?
Tomás Ó Criomhthain wrote 'An tOileánach' — the great Blasket Island autobiography.
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