Timothy
Timothy is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Honoring God or honored by God.
Origin and history
Timothy derives from the Greek name Timotheos, meaning honoring God. While predominantly used as a masculine name in the United States, historical SSA records show rare usage for females, particularly in the mid-20th century. It remains an classic biblical name with long-standing heritage.
Popularity in the United States
4,328 babies in the United States have been named Timothy since 1880. It ranks #2674 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.5 %)
- OH (10.9 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- IL (9.2 %)
- PA (8.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 18 |
| 1930-1940 | 28 |
| 1940-1950 | 121 |
| 1950-1960 | 456 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,069 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,102 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,168 |
| 1990-2000 | 243 |
| 2000-2010 | 103 |
| 2010-2019 | 20 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Tim, Timmy
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Greek Timotheos, combining 'timao' (to honor) and 'theos' (God).
- Over 4,000 females in the U.S. have received the traditionally male name Timothy since 1880.