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Tim vs Jamil

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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Jamil

Boy #2,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful, elegant"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim Swahili African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,396
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tim Rank #2,523
Jamil Rank #2,396

Jamil is more popular, ranked #2396 vs #2523 for Tim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tim or Jamil more popular?

Jamil is more popular, ranked #2396 compared to Tim at #2523 in the United States.

What do Tim and Jamil mean?

Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Jamil means "graceful, elegant" (Arabic origin).

Are Tim and Jamil boy or girl names?

Tim is primarily a boy name. Jamil is primarily a boy name.

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