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Get ready to celebrate all the people named Thomas on National Thomas Day on July 22! This day was created to honor everyone who shares this popular name, which has been around since biblical times. Did you know that the name "Thomas" means "twin" in Aramaic? It's also one of the most common names in the English-speaking world, with famous Thomases ranging from presidents to actors and everything in between. So whether you're a Thomas yourself or have a special Thomas in your life, let's take a moment to appreciate all the amazing individuals carrying this timeless name.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1 AD</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Biblical Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>The name Thomas found in the New Testament of the Bible is linked to one of Jesus’s twelve apostles, famously referred to as Doubting Thomas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1847</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inventor Thomas Edison Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>Thomas Alva Edison, one of the most prolific inventors in history with over a thousand patents to his name, was born on February 11.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Thomas Harris</div><div class='timeline-text'>Best-selling American author Thomas Harris, best known for his series of suspense novels about his most famous character, Hannibal Lecter, was born on April 11.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Thomas Recognition Increase</div><div class='timeline-text'>The name Thomas grows in popularity, consistently ranking as one of the top fifty boys names in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Thomas in Popular Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>The children's television series "Thomas & Friends", based on the British book series "The Railway Series", becomes a global phenomenon.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Thomas Day Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Thomas Day is recognised, enabling individuals bearing the name to celebrate their shared moniker annually on July 22.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Thomas-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all your friends named Thomas to a party and have Thomas-themed decorations, games and snacks. It will be a fun and unique way to celebrate National Thomas Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch movies or TV shows featuring characters named Thomas</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and binge-watch shows or movies that feature characters named Thomas, such as Thomas the Tank Engine, Downton Abbey, or The Maze Runner. This is a great way to celebrate the day while also enjoying some entertainment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try new activities with your friends named Thomas</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get together with your friends named Thomas and try out new activities such as rock climbing, bowling, or cooking classes. This is a great way to bond and celebrate your shared name on National Thomas Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a collage of famous people named Thomas</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather pictures of famous people named Thomas, such as Thomas Edison, Thomas Jefferson, and Thomas Hardy, and create a collage to display in your home. This is a fun and educational way to celebrate the day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a charity in honor of National Thomas Day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a charity or cause that supports individuals named Thomas and make a donation in their honor on National Thomas Day. This is a meaningful way to celebrate the day and give back to the community.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day to celebrate unique names</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Thomas Day honors all the people with the name Thomas - a name that has been around for centuries and has a rich history. It's a day to celebrate the uniqueness of this name and all the individuals who bear it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having a common name can create a sense of community and connection among people. National Thomas Day is a great opportunity for people with the name Thomas to come together, share stories, and bond over their shared name.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Thomas is a strong and timeless name</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The name Thomas has stood the test of time and remains a popular choice for parents today. It's a strong and classic name that exudes confidence and sophistication. National Thomas Day is a reminder of the enduring legacy of this beloved name.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Thomas is derived from Aramaic origin</h3><p class='facts-content'>The name Thomas is of Aramaic origin. In Aramaic, Thomas means "twin", interestingly making every Thomas a symbolic twin.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Many Saints have been named Thomas</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are over twenty saints named Thomas in the Catholic Church, including Saint Thomas Aquinas, a highly influential medieval philosopher and theologian.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Thomas has international variants</h3><p class='facts-content'>Thomas has various forms in different languages, such as Tom in English, Thomaz in Portuguese, Toma in Romanian and Tamas in Hungarian.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Thomas Becket is a famous historical figure</h3><p class='facts-content'>Thomas Becket was Archbishop of Canterbury in the 12th century and is one of the most famous individuals to bear the name. He was assassinated for opposing the King's interference in the church, and later was canonized as a saint.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Famous literature characters are named Thomas</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many notable characters from literature share the name Thomas. These include Thomas Gradgrind from Dickens's "Hard Times", Thomas the Rhymer from English folklore and Thomas Sawyer from the Mark Twain classic, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer".</p></div></div>
National Thomas Day is celebrated on July 22 every year. In 2024 National Thomas Day will occur on a Monday.
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