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Timothy vs Miles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Timothy Rank #208
Miles Rank #37

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 vs #208 for Timothy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Miles more popular?

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Timothy and Miles mean?

Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin).

Are Timothy and Miles boy or girl names?

Timothy is primarily a boy name. Miles is primarily a boy name.

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