Meaning, origin, history
Timothy is a name of Greek origin that means "honoring God" or "respecting God". It is derived from the Greek word "timios", which translates to "honorable" or "reverent". The name Timothy has been used throughout history, with one of its earliest known instances being in the New Testament of the Bible. In Acts 16:1-50, Timothy is introduced as a companion of the Apostle Paul and is later mentioned as an associate of Saint Paul in several of his letters to various Christian communities. The name Timothy has been popular among Christians throughout history and continues to be so today, particularly in English-speaking countries.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Timiothy since 1880
Total births
10
Total since 1880
Peak year
1957
5 births
in 1970
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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