Origin
Japanese (East Asian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Gemini
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Tomo is a name often given to boys. Ranked #14005 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Japanese (East Asian) origin and traditionally means "A wise and loyal friend to all". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Tomo
Tomo stems from Japanese 'tomodachi' meaning friend, symbolizing companionship and wisdom. Its brevity makes it versatile across cultures. Boys with this name often grow into sociable, insightful individuals.
Popularity
Currently ranked #14005 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Emphasizes cooperation and balance.
Seeks achievement and authority.
Enjoys social expression and fun.
Nurtures responsibility and care.
Zodiac & Astrology
Gemini
Reflects duality and communication.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Friendly and balanced aura that connects.
Color Aura
Soft Gold
Element
Air
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Agate
Spirit Animal
Fox
Power Word
Harmony
Energy Type
Air × Spring
Personality & Traits
Loyal
Stands by friends through anything.
Wise
Offers thoughtful insights.
Sociable
Builds connections easily.
Famous People Named Tomo
Tomo Fujita
Renowned guitarist
Tomo Miličević
Musician from 30 Seconds to Mars
Tomo in Pop Culture
Tomo
Anime series
Tomo-chan
Manga
Historical Events
1600
Common in feudal Japanese records.
1985
Popularized in international media.
International Variations
Tomo in Different Scripts
友
Japanese (Kanji)
友
Chinese (Mandarin)
토모
Korean
Томо
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Tomo:
Tomo James
Tomo Kenji
Tomo Haru
Tomo Liam
Tomo Soren
Tomo Kai
Tomo Ren
Fun Facts & Trivia
Means friend in Japanese.
Used as a nickname for Thomas in some cultures.
Short and memorable globally.
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boyPronunciation
TOH-moh
Quick Facts
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