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Miles vs Timothy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Miles Rank #37
Timothy Rank #208

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 vs #208 for Timothy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miles or Timothy more popular?

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Miles and Timothy mean?

Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Miles and Timothy boy or girl names?

Miles is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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