Tomasina is a unique and distinctive name of Italian origin. It is the feminine form of the name Thomas, which means "twin" in Aramaic. The name Tomasina has been used throughout history, with notable figures including Saint Thomas Aquinas, a Catholic theologian and philosopher from the 13th century.
The name Tomasina is also associated with the Italian nobility, with several members of the House of Savoy having this name. One famous example is Tomasina di Savoia, who was the daughter of Amadeus III, Duke of Savoy.
In literature, the name Tomasina has been used in various works, including "The Adventures of Pinocchio" by Carlo Collodi, where it belongs to one of the characters.
Today, Tomasina remains a relatively uncommon name, but its unique sound and Italian heritage make it an appealing choice for parents looking for something different. It is often shortened to Tomas or Tommy, which makes it even more versatile.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Tomasina has had varying popularity over the years in the United States. The earliest recorded birth year for Tomasina is 1914, with a total of 6 births that year. This number remained consistent with another 6 births in 1916.
The name's popularity began to fluctuate more significantly starting from the 1920s. There were 10 births in 1920, followed by decreases and increases over the next few years, ranging from 6 to 12 births per year until the 1930s. The highest number of births during this period was 12 in 1930.
The 1940s saw a decrease in popularity, with the highest number of births being 8 in 1947 and the lowest being 5 in 1942. This trend continued into the 1950s, with the highest number of births being 6 in 1957 and the lowest being 5 in 1956.
However, starting from the late 1960s, there was a notable increase in the popularity of the name Tomasina. The highest numbers of births were recorded in 1965 (13 births) and 1975 (13 births). This trend continued into the early 1980s, with peaks at 13 births in both 1979 and 1980.
After a slight decrease in the mid-1980s, the popularity of the name Tomasina started to decline again, with the highest number of births being 10 in 1990. The most recent data point is from 1996, with 6 births recorded that year.
In total, there have been 434 births for the name Tomasina in the United States since 1914, as indicated by the provided statistics.