Boy · #11,471 in 2026

Tomiwa

The unisex name Tomiwa means "comes to me" in the Yoruba language. It is pronounced toh-MEE-wah (/toˈmi.wa/) and is known for its unique and melodic sound. Associated with strength, resilience, and determination, it has grown in popularity over the years. Variants like Tommy and Tommie offer alternative forms.

Current Rank
#11,471
Peak Rank
#11,471 (2005)
Total Babies
5
5-Yr Trend
Stable
2005
First Year
2005
Last Year
2005
Peak Year
#11471
Peak Rank
5
Total Count
1
Years Active

Meaning & Origin of Tomiwa

What this name means, where it came from, and how it has traveled across cultures.

The unisex name Tomiwa means "comes to me" in the Yoruba language. It is pronounced toh-MEE-wah (/toˈmi.wa/) and is known for its unique and melodic sound. Associated with strength, resilience, and determination, it has grown in popularity over the years. Variants like Tommy and Tommie offer alternative forms.

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The Story of Tomiwa

Tomiwa first appeared in U.S. Social Security Administration records as a baby boy name in 2005, with 5 babies given the name that year. Its peak popularity came in 2005, when 5 Tomiwas were born — ranking #11,471 that year. As of 2026, Tomiwa ranks #11,471 for baby boys with 5 births, with steady use. In total, more than 5 Tomiwas have been born in the U.S. since records began in 1880, spanning the 2000s through the 2020s.

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Notable people named Tomiwa

A small selection from Wikipedia. Tap "Read more" below to see the full list on Wikipedia.

  • Tomiwa Aladekomo , internet entrepreneur and politician
  • Tomiwa Edun , actor
  • Tomiwa Owolade , journalist

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Names that sound like Tomiwa

Phonetically similar names — useful when Tomiwa is the vibe but a different syllable count or letter feel might suit better. Linked entries have a profile on Peek a Name.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tomiwa

What does the name Tomiwa mean?
The unisex name Tomiwa means "comes to me" in the Yoruba language. It is pronounced toh-MEE-wah (/toˈmi.wa/) and is known for its unique and melodic sound. Associated with strength, resilience, and determination, it has grown in popularity over the years. Variants like Tommy and Tommie offer alternative forms.
How popular is Tomiwa in 2026?
In 2026, Tomiwa ranks #11,471 among boys' names in the U.S., with 5 babies given the name that year.
When was Tomiwa most popular?
Tomiwa reached its peak popularity in 2005, ranking #11,471 that year with 5 babies given the name.
Is Tomiwa a unisex name?
In U.S. Social Security records, Tomiwa is primarily a boy's name. We don't have meaningful data for it as a girl's name.
What names go well with Tomiwa?
Names that share a similar style or popularity range with Tomiwa include Akie, Aleksis, Alijandro. These pairings are based on rank proximity and naming era in U.S. data.

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About the name Tomiwa

Tomiwa is a boy baby name tracked by the U.S. Social Security Administration. It first appeared in SSA records in 2005 and has accumulated 5 births in the dataset. Tomiwa's peak popularity came in 2005 when it ranked #11,471. Use the chart and map above to compare Tomiwa's trajectory across years and U.S. states, or browse the related names section to discover similar choices.

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Data sources

  • Birth statistics (counts, ranks, years 1880–2026) — U.S. Social Security Administration . Predictions for years not yet released by SSA are computed by Peek a Name from historical trends; we update with official data as soon as it ships.
  • Etymology, cultural origins, and related forms — Behind the Name (used under their public API terms).
  • Meaning prose and editorial summary — Wikipedia article extracts, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 .
  • Predicted nationality distribution — Nationalize.io .
  • Phonetically similar names — Datamuse .

Peek a Name aggregates and presents the above data for informational purposes. Statistical predictions and external attributions are clearly labelled where shown; we make no guarantee of accuracy beyond what each source provides.