"honoring God, to honor God"
Origin: Greek
Language: French
Timothee
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The French form of Timothy, made iconic by a Hollywood star
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The Story of Timothee
Timothee is the French form of Timothy, derived from the Greek Timotheos — combining 'time' (honor, to honor) and 'theos' (God), meaning 'honoring God' or 'one who honors God.' Saint Timothy was a companion and disciple of the Apostle Paul, to whom two New Testament letters are addressed. The French accented form Timothee gives the classic name a continental refinement.
Timothee exploded in popularity following the rise of Timothee Chalamet, the French-American actor who starred in Call Me By Your Name (2017) and Dune. His Oscar nomination at 22 made him one of the most celebrated young actors of his generation, and his distinctive French name became aspirationally fashionable.
France has long had a tradition of beautiful masculine names that distinguish French culture. Timothee Chalamet has made this specific spelling internationally recognizable as the cool, artistic choice for a generation of parents.
Historical Record
Timothee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 345 babies have been named Timothee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Timothee is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,530 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Timothee Chalamet became the second-youngest Best Actor Oscar nominee in history with Call Me By Your Name
- Saint Timothy was one of Paul's most trusted companions in the early Christian church
- The French pronunciation TIM-oh-TAY differs from the English TIM-oh-thee
Timothee in Other Languages
Greek
Timotheos
French
Timothee
English
Timothy
Italian
Timoteo
Spanish
Timoteo
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#3,530
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Famous People Named Timothee
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Timothee Chalamet
Actor
1995
French-American actor, Oscar nominee for Call Me By Your Name, known for Dune and Wonka
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Timothy (Bible)
Religious
Companion of the Apostle Paul, recipient of two New Testament letters, early Christian leader
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,530
- Total SSA Count
- 32
- Cultural Origins
- French English American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tim
Timmy
Timo
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Timeless choice, French heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Timothee
What does the name Timothee mean?
"honoring God, to honor God" (from Greek). Timothee is the French form of Timothy, derived from the Greek Timotheos — combining 'time' (honor, to honor) and 'theos' (God), meaning 'honoring God' or 'one who honors God.' Saint Timothy was a companion and disciple of the Apostle Paul, to whom two New Testament letters are addressed. The French accented form Timothee gives the classic name a continental refinement.
What is the origin of the name Timothee?
Timothee has Greek, French, English, and American origins. In Greek, it means "honoring God, to honor God".
Is Timothee a boy or girl name?
Timothee is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Timothee?
Timothee is currently ranked #3530 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Timothee?
Common nicknames for Timothee include Tim, Timmy, and Timo.
What are good middle names for Timothee?
Popular middle name pairings include Timothee Lucien, Timothee Marcel, Timothee Edouard, Timothee Jean, Timothee Pierre, Timothee Henri, and Timothee Louis.
What are good sibling names for Timothee?
Names that pair well with Timothee as siblings include Saoirse, Ansel, Florence, Chloe, Ezra, Elodie, and Sacha.
How many syllables does Timothee have?
Timothee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Timothee a common or rare name?
Timothee is an uncommon name, ranked #3530 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Timothee
Timothee is a boy name with French, English, and American origins . The name means "honoring God, to honor God" in Greek .
Timothee is currently ranked #3,530 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Timothee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Timothee include Tim, Timmy, and Timo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Timothee include Timothy, Timoteo, Timofey . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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