Tymothy Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TIM-uh-thee /ˈtɪməθi/
Origin: English; Variant of Timothy
Meaning: Greek: honoring God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tymothy is a variant of Timothy, which has its roots in the Greek name Τιμόθεος (Timotheos), meaning 'honoring God' or 'in God's honor.' This name is derived from the elements 'timao,' meaning 'to honor,' and 'theos,' meaning 'God.' The transition into English occurred through the Latin form Timotheus, which was adopted into Old French as Timothée before becoming Timothy in Middle English. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its deep religious significance.
Historically, Timothy is a notable figure in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, where he is described as a companion and disciple of the Apostle Paul. He is mentioned in several epistles, particularly in the letters of Paul, which date back to the 1st century CE.
Timothy is recognized as a saint in many Christian traditions, and his feast day is celebrated on January 26. His role in early Christianity contributed to the name's enduring presence in Christian communities throughout the centuries.
Culturally, the name Timothy has been associated with virtues such as faithfulness and devotion, reflecting its biblical origins. The name has inspired various diminutive forms, such as Tim or Timmy, which have been used affectionately in different contexts.
The legacy of Timothy as a symbol of loyalty and service has allowed the name to resonate through generations, maintaining its significance in religious and cultural narratives.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tymothy was first seen in the United States in 1967.
Tymothy has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Tymothy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tymothy is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tymothy was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tymothy
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tymothy.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |