"honoring God, one who honors God"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Timmy
Pronunciation: [ t-IHM-ee ]
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The Story of Timmy
Timmy derives from Timothy, a Greek name composed of 'time' (honor) and 'theos' (God), meaning 'one who honors God' or 'honoring God.' In the New Testament, Timothy was a devoted companion of Saint Paul and recipient of two of Paul's epistles. As a given name for girls, Timmy represents a delightful tradition of gender-bending diminutives — like Frankie, Charlie, or Billie — that carried a tomboy charm especially popular in mid-20th century America. The name Timmie appears in children's literature as well, reinforcing its playful, energetic image.
As a girl's name, Timmy was most common in the mid-20th century United States, part of a broader trend of giving girls masculine or gender-neutral diminutives. It has become quite rare today, giving it an appealing retro quality for parents seeking an unconventional choice.
Names like Timmy, Frankie, and Billie for girls reflect a distinctly American tradition of gender-blending diminutives that emerged in the early 20th century. These names projected an image of spirited independence and tomboyish charm, celebrated in literature, film, and popular culture of the era.
Historical Record
Timmy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 168 babies have been named Timmy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Timmy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,305 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Timothy is mentioned more than 30 times in the New Testament, including two epistles addressed directly to him by Saint Paul
- The gender-bending diminutive tradition gave us famous characters like Timmy Turner of Fairly OddParents, showing the name's cultural range
- Ireland has produced several notable Timmys, as the name has long been a staple of Irish Catholic naming tradition
Timmy in Other Languages
Greek
Timotheos
Irish
Tioma
French
Timothee
Italian
Timoteo
Spanish
Timoteo
Popularity Over Time
#36,305
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #36,305
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- English American Irish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Tim
Tims
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Timmy
What does the name Timmy mean?
"honoring God, one who honors God" (from Greek). Timmy derives from Timothy, a Greek name composed of 'time' (honor) and 'theos' (God), meaning 'one who honors God' or 'honoring God.' In the New Testament, Timothy was a devoted companion of Saint Paul and recipient of two of Paul's epistles. As a given name for girls, Timmy represents a delightful tradition of gender-bending diminutives — like Frankie, Charlie, or Billie — that carried a tomboy charm especially popular in mid-20th century America. The name Timmie appears in children's literature as well, reinforcing its playful, energetic image.
What is the origin of the name Timmy?
Timmy has Greek, English, American, and Irish origins. In Greek, it means "honoring God, one who honors God".
Is Timmy a boy or girl name?
Timmy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #36305. As a boy name, it is ranked #5098. Timmy is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Timmy?
Timmy is pronounced t-IHM-ee.
How popular is the name Timmy?
Timmy is currently ranked #36305 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Timmy?
Common nicknames for Timmy include Tim and Tims.
What are good middle names for Timmy?
Popular middle name pairings include Timmy Jo, Timmy Lee, Timmy Mae, Timmy Jean, and Timmy Grace.
What are good sibling names for Timmy?
Names that pair well with Timmy as siblings include Bobby, Frankie, Ronnie, and Charlie.
How many syllables does Timmy have?
Timmy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Timmy a common or rare name?
Timmy is an uncommon name, ranked #36305 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Timmy
Timmy is a girl name with English, American, and Irish origins . The name means "honoring God, one who honors God" in Greek .
Is Timmy a boy or girl name? Timmy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,305 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #5,098. Timmy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Timmy is currently ranked #36,305 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Timmy has 2 syllables and is pronounced t-IHM-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Timmy include Tim and Tims. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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