UK girl's name
Timera
A feminine name derived from the Greek word "timera," meaning "honor" or "esteem.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1998. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Timera is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Timera popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1998 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3848, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1998 to 1998. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Timera is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Timera. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1999 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Timera ranked #3848 for girls in England and Wales in 1998, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 3 girls were registered as Timera.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Timera as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3848
1998
Births in 1998
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Timera mean?
The name Timera is believed to have its origins in ancient Greek culture, dating back to the 5th century BC. It is derived from the Greek word "timeros," which means "precious" or "valuable." This suggests that the name was originally given to individuals who were highly esteemed or held in high regard.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Timera can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who mentioned a woman by that name in his work "The Histories." However, details about this individual are scarce, and the context in which the name was used is unclear.
Throughout the centuries, the name Timera has been associated with several notable figures. In the 3rd century AD, there was a Christian martyr named Timera who was executed for her faith during the persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Decius. Her story is recorded in the writings of early Church historians, although the details of her life and martyrdom are relatively unknown.
During the Byzantine Empire, a woman named Timera was recorded as being a prominent figure in the court of Emperor Justinian I, who ruled from 527 to 565 AD. She is mentioned in various historical accounts as a trusted advisor and confidante of the emperor, although her specific role and influence are not well documented.
In the 9th century, a woman named Timera was a renowned scholar and poet in the court of the Abbasid Caliph al-Ma'mun. She was known for her expertise in literature, philosophy, and the sciences, and her works were widely admired and studied throughout the Islamic world.
Another notable individual named Timera was a Greek noblewoman who lived during the 12th century. She was a prominent figure in the court of the Byzantine Emperor Manuel I Komnenos and played a significant role in the political and cultural affairs of the empire.
Throughout history, the name Timera has been relatively uncommon, but it has maintained a sense of prestige and distinction due to its ancient Greek origins and association with notable individuals from various cultures and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Timera by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Timera was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3848 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Timera: questions and answers
How popular is the name Timera in the UK right now?
In 1998, Timera was ranked #3848 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Timera most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 3 babies registered as Timera in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Timera?
A feminine name derived from the Greek word "timera," meaning "honor" or "esteem.".
How many people are called Timera in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Timera across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.