Timothy
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Honoring God or one who honors God
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #203 in 2025 with 1,734 babies born.
History: Timothy comes from the Greek 'Timotheos,' combining 'time' (honor) and 'theos' (God). In the New Testament, Timothy was a close companion and disciple of Saint Paul, who addressed two epistles to him. The name spread widely through Christian Europe during the medieval period and became especially common in English-speaking countries from the 17th century onward.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Timothy? About 1 in 1,920 babies born in 2025 were named Timothy, or roughly 4.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Timothy
What does the name Timothy mean?
Timothy means “Honoring God or one who honors God” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Timothy?
Timothy has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Honoring God or one who honors God”.
How popular is Timothy?
Timothy ranked #203 in 2025 — given to 1,734 babies that year.
When was Timothy most popular?
Timothy peaked in 1959 with 30,784 babies registered that year.
Is Timothy a boy or girl name?
Timothy is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Timothys in registered births are male.
Is the name Timothy rising or falling in popularity?
Timothy has fallen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #192 in 2020 to #203 in 2025.
How long has Timothy been recorded?
Timothy appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.