Timotheus
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Timotheus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 188 babies have been named Timotheus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Timotheus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,536 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,536
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Timotheus
Timotheus is a boy name .
Timotheus is currently ranked #23,536 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Timotheus include Tim, Timo, Timoy, Timoie, Timot, Timoty, Timotie, Eus, Eusy, Eusie, Heus, and Tiy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Timotheus include Timothy, Timoteo, Timothee, Timofey . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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