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Timmy vs Jim

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,434
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Timmy Rank #5,098
Jim Rank #4,434

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 vs #5098 for Timmy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timmy or Jim more popular?

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 compared to Timmy at #5098 in the United States.

What do Timmy and Jim mean?

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

Are Timmy and Jim boy or girl names?

Timmy is primarily a boy name. Jim is primarily a boy name.

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