Timothy
boy name#203 in 2025Timothy entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #11 in 1960, ranks #203 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#203
rank today
#11
peak (1960)
1,734
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #187 |
| 1890s | #211 |
| 1900s | #244 |
| 1910s | #328 |
| 1920s | #338 |
| 1930s | #254 |
| 1940s | #81 |
| 1950s | #22 |
| 1960s | #14 |
| 1970s | #20 |
| 1980s | #25 |
| 1990s | #39 |
| 2000s | #84 |
| 2010s | #143 |
| 2020s | #202 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Timothy has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 922,000 people named Timothy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Timothy alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Timothy in 2025?
- Timothy ranks #203 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,734 babies given the name.
- When was the name Timothy most popular?
- Timothy peaked in 1960, reaching #11 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Timothy with classmates?
- Timothy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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