Timothy
Timothy is a Christian boy name of Greek origin, meaning “Honouring God”.
| Meaning | Honouring God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Τιμόθεος |
| Pronunciation | TIM-uh-thee |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Timothy
Timothy comes from Greek Timotheos, from time, 'honour', and theos, 'God'. In the New Testament Timothy was a young companion of the apostle Paul, who addressed two letters to him, 1 and 2 Timothy. His mother Eunice and grandmother Lois are mentioned for their faith. The name became common in English after the Reformation and was very popular in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Timothy a Christian name?
Yes, Timothy is a biblical name: Paul's co-worker and the recipient of two New Testament epistles, honoured as a saint.
How popular is Timothy?
A well-known classic, less common for babies today than in the 1960s.
Gifts with the name Timothy
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Timothy mean?
Timothy means 'Honouring God'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Timothy a Christian name?
Yes, Timothy is a biblical name: Paul's co-worker and the recipient of two New Testament epistles, honoured as a saint.
How do you pronounce Timothy?
Timothy is pronounced TIM-uh-thee.
Is Timothy a boy or girl name?
Timothy is usually a boy name.