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Tim vs Abe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,523
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Abe

Boy #2,424 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Jewish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,424
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tim Rank #2,523
Abe Rank #2,424

Abe is more popular, ranked #2424 vs #2523 for Tim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tim or Abe more popular?

Abe is more popular, ranked #2424 compared to Tim at #2523 in the United States.

What do Tim and Abe mean?

Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Abe means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tim and Abe boy or girl names?

Tim is primarily a boy name. Abe is primarily a boy name.

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