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Timothy vs Atticus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Atticus

Boy #277 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Attica, man of Athens"

Origin: Latin from Greek

Cultural Roots

English American classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#277
Total SSA Count
1,223
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Timothy Rank #208
Atticus Rank #277

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #277 for Atticus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Atticus more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Atticus at #277 in the United States.

What do Timothy and Atticus mean?

Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Timothy and Atticus boy or girl names?

Timothy is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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