Brian vs Timothy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brian

Boy #301 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, high"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#301
Total SSA Count
1,111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bri, B, Bry

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Brian Rank #301
Timothy Rank #208

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #301 for Brian.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brian ___

  • Brian Brian James
  • Brian Brian Michael
  • Brian Brian Patrick
  • Brian Brian Thomas
  • Brian Brian Joseph

Timothy ___

  • Timothy James
  • Timothy John
  • Timothy Lee
  • Timothy Michael
  • Timothy Allen
  • Timothy Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brian

Kevin Patrick Sean Colleen Megan

If you choose Timothy

Matthew Stephen Rebecca Rachel Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brian or Timothy more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Brian at #301 in the United States.

What do Brian and Timothy mean?

Brian means "noble, high" (Celtic origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Brian and Timothy boy or girl names?

Brian is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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