Tim vs Jim

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Tim Rank #2,523

Jim Rank #4,434

Tim is more popular, ranked #2523 vs #4434 for Jim.

Is Tim or Jim more popular?

Tim is more popular, ranked #2523 compared to Jim at #4434 in the United States.

What do Tim and Jim mean?

Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tim and Jim boy or girl names?

Tim is primarily a boy name. Jim is primarily a boy name.