tomasz

Tomasz is a masculine given name of Polish origin and the Polish form of Thomas. The name derives from the Latin Thomasus, which ultimately comes from the Greek Didymos, meaning "twin." It is widely used in Poland and by Polish communities abroad.

Common diminutives and affectionate forms in Polish include Tomek, Tomuś, and Tomcio. The spelling Tomasz is standard, while foreign languages may adapt it as Tomas or Tom. The name has a long history in Polish culture and appears in various historical records and literature.

Notable individuals named Tomasz include the Polish-American boxer Tomasz Adamek (born 1976), the jazz trumpeter Tomasz Stańko (1942–2012), the animator and director Tomasz Bagiński (born 1976), and the journalist Tomasz Lis (born 1961).