Timmie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTIM-ee / ˈtɪmiEnglish; diminutive of Timothy
Meaning
Honoring God; to honor
Historical & Cultural Background
Timmie is often considered a diminutive form of Timothy, which has roots in the Greek name Timotheos. The name Timothy was popularized in early Christianity due to its association with a companion of the Apostle Paul. Timmie has been used as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries, and is often seen as a friendly and approachable variant. Its usage has varied over the decades, reflecting trends in naming conventions.
Trend Summary
Timmie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Timmy
International Variants
- Timoteo (Spanish)
- Timothé (French)
- Timur (Turkish)
Famous people named Timmie
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Fictional characters named Timmie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Timmie was first seen in the United States in 1910. Timmie has ranked as high as #944 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Timmie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Timmie (1990)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 26 |
| 1947 | 25 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 43 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 39 |
| 1952 | 49 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 41 |
| 1955 | 44 |
| 1956 | 76 |
| 1957 | 93 |
| 1958 | 171 |
| 1959 | 189 |
| 1960 | 152 |
| 1961 | 139 |
| 1962 | 153 |
| 1963 | 136 |
| 1964 | 122 |
| 1965 | 96 |
| 1966 | 96 |
| 1967 | 103 |
| 1968 | 90 |
| 1969 | 79 |
| 1970 | 68 |
| 1971 | 57 |
| 1972 | 51 |
| 1973 | 35 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 41 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |