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Tim vs Glen

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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Glen

Boy #2,326 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow valley, mountain valley"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,326
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tim Rank #2,523
Glen Rank #2,326

Glen is more popular, ranked #2326 vs #2523 for Tim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tim or Glen more popular?

Glen is more popular, ranked #2326 compared to Tim at #2523 in the United States.

What do Tim and Glen mean?

Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Glen means "narrow valley, mountain valley" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Tim and Glen boy or girl names?

Tim is primarily a boy name. Glen is primarily a boy name.

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