"honoring God"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Timmy
Pronunciation: [ t-IHM-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"one who honors God"
Origin: Greek (Timotheos)
Language: Greek
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- Timmy is strongly associated with Jimmy Neutron's friend and South Park's character Timmy Burch, giving it a very childish feel on adults
The Story of Timmy
Timmy is a diminutive of Timothy, which comes from the Greek 'Timotheos' meaning 'honoring God' (time = honor + theos = God). Timothy was a companion of the Apostle Paul and the recipient of two New Testament epistles. The -y diminutive form Timmy has been used as a standalone name since at least the early 20th century, especially in the US and UK.
Timmy peaked as a given name in the mid-20th century when diminutive names like Bobby, Jimmy, and Timmy were fashionable. It has declined significantly since the 1980s as parents shifted toward formal names or gave children nicknames separately. The name remains nostalgic for the Baby Boomer and Gen X generations.
Timmy carries the wholesome mid-century American innocence of characters like Timmy Turner from The Fairly OddParents and Lassie's beloved owner Timmy. In pop culture, the name is virtually synonymous with boyish charm — and a touch of mischief.
Historical Record
Timmy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 24,872 babies have been named Timmy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Timmy is past its peak , currently ranked #5,098 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Timothy appears in the New Testament as one of Paul's closest companions and a leader of the early Christian church
- Timmy Turner is the main character of Nickelodeon's 'The Fairly OddParents' cartoon series
- The name Timothy was in the top 20 American boy names from the 1950s through the 1970s
Timmy in Other Languages
Greek
Τιμόθεος
French
Timothée
German
Timotheus
Italian
Timoteo
Spanish
Timoteo
Popularity Over Time
#5,098
Current Rank
Peaked 1959
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Timmy
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Timothy Olyphant
Actor
1968
American actor known for Deadwood and Justified
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Tim Curry
Actor
1946
British actor famous for his iconic role as Pennywise in IT and roles in The Rocky Horror Picture Show
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Timmy Turner Fictional
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The main character of Nickelodeon's animated series The Fairly OddParents
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,098
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- English American Irish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Tim
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Frequently Asked Questions About Timmy
What does the name Timmy mean?
"honoring God" (from Greek). "one who honors God" (from Greek (Timotheos)). Timmy is a diminutive of Timothy, which comes from the Greek 'Timotheos' meaning 'honoring God' (time = honor + theos = God). Timothy was a companion of the Apostle Paul and the recipient of two New Testament epistles. The -y diminutive form Timmy has been used as a standalone name since at least the early 20th century, especially in the US and UK.
What is the origin of the name Timmy?
Timmy has Greek, Greek (Timotheos), English, American, and Irish origins. In Greek, it means "honoring God". In Greek (Timotheos), it means "one who honors God".
Is Timmy a boy or girl name?
Timmy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5098. As a girl name, it is ranked #36305. Timmy is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Timmy?
Timmy is pronounced t-IHM-ee.
How popular is the name Timmy?
Timmy is currently ranked #5098 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Timmy?
Common nicknames for Timmy include Tim.
What are good middle names for Timmy?
Popular middle name pairings include Timmy James, Timmy Robert, Timmy John, Timmy Lee, Timmy Ray, Timmy Allen, and Timmy Wayne.
What are good sibling names for Timmy?
Names that pair well with Timmy as siblings include Tommy, Jimmy, Sammy, Sally, Jenny, Katie, Bobby, and Danny.
How many syllables does Timmy have?
Timmy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Timmy a common or rare name?
Timmy is an uncommon name, ranked #5098 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Timmy
Timmy is a boy name with English, American, and Irish origins . The name means "honoring God" in Greek .
Is Timmy a boy or girl name? Timmy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,098 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,305. Timmy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Timmy is currently ranked #5,098 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Timmy has 2 syllables and is pronounced t-IHM-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Timmy include Tim. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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