The name "Tomislav" is derived from the Slavic verbal root "tomiti," which means 'to exhaust, to torment,' and the anthroponymic root "slav," which indicates glory. This name is common among Serbs and Croats. In the early 20th century, "Tomislav" also gained popularity among Ukrainians in Serbia, particularly in the city of Šid. Among the graduates, one can find names like Preguš Tomislav and Oros Tomislav.