Timothee Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtim-oh-THEE / tɪˈmɔːθiGreek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: 'honoring God'; Hebrew: 'God's honor'
Historical & Cultural Background
Timothee is derived from the Greek name Timotheos, which means 'honoring God'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to its biblical roots. The name appears in the New Testament, associated with Timothy, a companion of the Apostle Paul. Over time, it has been adapted into various forms across different languages.
Trend Summary
Timothee has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Timothy
- Timotheus
International Variants
- Timoteo (Spanish)
- Timotej (Slovak)
- Timothé (French)
- Timotej (Croatian)
Famous people named Timothee
Timothee Chalamet is an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'Call Me by Your Name' and 'Dune'.
Timothee of the Bible was a young Christian leader and companion of the Apostle Paul, mentioned in the New Testament.
Fictional characters named Timothee
Timothee is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Timothee is a character in the book series 'The Chronicles of Narnia', serving as a minor character in the narrative.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Timothee was first seen in the United States in 1975. Timothee has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Timothee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Timothee (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 32 |