Gareth vs Tim

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gareth

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

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Gareth Rank #2,658

Tim Rank #2,523

Tim is more popular, ranked #2523 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Is Gareth or Tim more popular?

Tim is more popular, ranked #2523 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Gareth and Tim mean?

Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin). Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Gareth and Tim boy or girl names?

Gareth is primarily a boy name. Tim is primarily a boy name.