Timothy
Pronunciation: [ t-IHM-uhth-ee ]
Does Timothy flow with your last name?
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Timothy
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Timothy
9 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Timothy
See all →What the Timothy report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Timothy the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Timothy head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Timothy actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Timothy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,159 babies have been named Timothy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Timothy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #53,396 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"fitting, suitable"
"helper, protector"
Compare Timothy with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #53,396
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Timothy fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Boy Name
Timothy is also used as a boy name, ranked #208.
View Timothy as a boy name →Similar Names
See all names like Timothy →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Timothy with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Timothy and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Timothy sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Timothy's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Timothy
Is Timothy a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Timothy?
How popular is the name Timothy?
What are common nicknames for Timothy?
Is Timothy a common or rare name?
About the Name Timothy
Timothy is a girl name .
Is Timothy a boy or girl name? Timothy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #53,396 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #208. Timothy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Timothy is currently ranked #53,396 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Timothy include Tim, Timo, Timoy, Timoie, Thy, Thyie, Tiy, Tiie, and Timkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis