Timothy is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #152 in 2016 with 2,672 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 8,919 births ranking #40. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 70.0%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 710 boys born was named Timothy. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Timothy is a thoughtful classic meaning honouring God. It feels warm, familiar, and quietly traditional.
The name spread through Christian tradition through Saint Timothy and remained highly popular for centuries in English-speaking countries. Its long life gives it steady, reassuring weight.