Timothy
t(i)-mo-thy
US Popularity:397
Origin:Greek
Meaning:God's honor
Timothy is a masculine name of Greek origin. Coming from the name “Timotheos,” the name means “honoring God,” and is a wonderful way to introduce baby to your faith. In the New Testament, Timothy was a saint and companion of Saint Paul, which can make for a meaningful set of twin names. If you’re a literature buff, the name Timothy may remind you of Tiny Tim, the child from A Christmas Carol. With his optimism and infectious joy in even the hardest of times, he makes for a wonderful example of resilience to inspire baby.
Famous People Named Timothy
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Timothy HuttonActor
- Timothy OlyphantActor
- Timothy Thomas FortuneCivil Rights Activist
How Popular Is The Name Timothy?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Timothy is currently #598 on The Bump
Boy:Timothy is currently #345 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Timothy is currently #397 in U.S. births
Boy:Timothy is currently #211 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#211
in 2023
- 9
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Timothy May 2020
Abarim Publications, Timothy meaning
Online Etymology Dictionary, Timothy
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
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