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Surname meaningThomas
“From the name Thomas”
OriginWelsh / English
TypePatronymic
First letterT
Where the name Thomas comes from
Thomas is a surname of Welsh / English origin. It is classed as patronymic, meaning “from the name thomas.” Thomas means twin.
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