UK boy's name
Timofei
A masculine name of Greek origin meaning "honoring God" or "God-honorer".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Timofei is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Timofei popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2018 to 2019. 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.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Timofei. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Timofei ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 4 boys were registered as Timofei.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Timofei as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2018
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Timofei mean?
The name Timofei has its origins in the Greek language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek name Timotheos, which is composed of the roots "timos" meaning honor or respect, and "theos" meaning God. The name Timotheos translates to "honoring God" or "honorer of God."
In early Christian history, the name Timofei gained prominence due to its association with the biblical figure Timothy, a disciple of the Apostle Paul. Timothy's name is mentioned in several books of the New Testament, including the two epistles addressed to him by Paul.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Timofei can be found in the 4th century AD, when a monk named Timofei lived in the Solovetsky Monastery in present-day Russia. This early use of the name in a Slavic context likely contributed to its adoption and subsequent popularity in the region.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Timofei. One prominent example is Timofei Khritoforovich Khrisanofi (1641-1726), a Russian architect and sculptor who designed several churches and cathedrals in Moscow, including the Church of the Resurrection in Kadashi.
Another notable Timofei was Timofei Nikolayevich Granovskiy (1790-1857), a Russian historian and professor at Moscow University. He made significant contributions to the study of medieval European history and was influential in shaping the intellectual landscape of 19th-century Russia.
In the field of literature, Timofei Aleksandrovich Bokaryov (1800-1876) was a Russian writer and playwright known for his comedic works and satires. His play "The Feast of Trimalchio" was particularly well-received and remains a notable work in Russian theater.
The name Timofei also found prominence in the religious sphere, with Timofei Vasilyevich Kazansky (1861-1935) being a notable Russian Orthodox bishop and theologian. He served as the Bishop of Omsk and played a significant role in the expansion of the Russian Orthodox Church in Siberia.
Finally, in the realm of art, Timofei Nikolayevich Neff (1805-1876) was a prominent Russian painter and portraitist. He is particularly known for his religious paintings and portraits of Russian nobility, which are considered masterpieces of 19th-century Russian art.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Timofei over time
The chart below shows babies named Timofei registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2018 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Timofei, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Timofei by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Timofei 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4331 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Timofei
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Timofei: questions and answers
How popular is the name Timofei in the UK right now?
In 2019, Timofei was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Timofei most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 4 babies registered as Timofei in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Timofei?
A masculine name of Greek origin meaning "honoring God" or "God-honorer".
How many people are called Timofei in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Timofei across the 2 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.