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Jonah vs Timothy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jonah

Boy #126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dove"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Jewish Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#126
Total SSA Count
2,879
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jonah Rank #126
Timothy Rank #208

Jonah is more popular, ranked #126 vs #208 for Timothy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonah or Timothy more popular?

Jonah is more popular, ranked #126 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Jonah and Timothy mean?

Jonah means "dove" (Hebrew origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Jonah and Timothy boy or girl names?

Jonah is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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