Toom (surname)

Toom is a surname with several possible origins. It may be:

• Dutch/Flemish: A variant of "Thom" or "Thoom," which are short forms of the personal name Thomas.
• Estonian: An ornamental name derived from a word meaning "bringing food." It was granted to people when surnames were made mandatory in Estonia.
• English: A rare surname possibly originating as a nickname or diminutive of Thomas.

The distribution of the surname Toom is relatively limited, with higher concentrations in regions historically influenced by Dutch, Flemish, or Estonian cultures. As with many surnames, variations in spelling are common and can complicate genealogical research.