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Thyme

Pronunciation: [ th-EYEM ]

Boy Name #24,851 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Thyme is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced th-EYEM.

Parents who love the name Thyme often also consider Barley, Camir, .

Popularity Over Time

#24,851
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#24,851
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Thy Thyie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thyme

Is Thyme a boy or girl name?
Thyme is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #24851. As a girl name, it is ranked #20658. Thyme is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Thyme?
Thyme is pronounced th-EYEM.
How popular is the name Thyme?
Thyme is currently ranked #24851 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Thyme?
Common nicknames for Thyme include Thy and Thyie.
Is Thyme a common or rare name?
Thyme is an uncommon name, ranked #24851 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Thyme

Thyme is a boy name .

Is Thyme a boy or girl name? Thyme is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #24,851 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #20,658. Thyme is more commonly used as a girl name.

Thyme is currently ranked #24,851 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Thyme include Thy and Thyie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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