Tim vs Gareth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

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Tim Rank #2,523

Gareth Rank #2,658

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

Is Tim or Gareth more popular?

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

What do Tim and Gareth mean?

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

Are Tim and Gareth boy or girl names?

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