UK boy's name
Timothey
A masculine name from Greek meaning "honoring God" or "in God's honor".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Timothey is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Timothey popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 to 2023. 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.
Timothey is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Timothey. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Timothey ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 boys were registered as Timothey.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Timothey as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Timothey mean?
The name Timothey has its origins in the Greek language and culture. It is derived from the Greek words "timē" meaning honor or respect, and "theos" meaning God. The name can be translated to mean "one who honors God" or "revered by God."
In the New Testament of the Bible, Timothy was a disciple of the Apostle Paul and a Christian evangelist. Paul's First and Second Epistles to Timothy are included in the Bible and provide insights into Timothy's life and ministry. The name became popular among early Christians as a way to honor this biblical figure.
The earliest recorded use of the name Timothey dates back to the 1st century AD, during the time of the Apostle Paul and the spread of Christianity. It was initially popular among Greek-speaking communities and later spread to other regions as Christianity expanded.
One of the most notable individuals named Timothey in history was Timothey of Gaza, a 6th-century Christian martyr and saint. He was a deacon who was tortured and executed during the reign of Emperor Diocletian for refusing to renounce his Christian faith.
Another notable Timothey was Timothey I, the Patriarch of Constantinople from 511 to 518 AD. He played a significant role in the Christological controversies of the time and was involved in the formulation of the Henotikon, an attempt to reconcile the differing views on the nature of Christ.
In the 9th century, Timothey I, the Patriarch of Baghdad, was a prominent figure in the Church of the East. He made significant contributions to the spread of Christianity in the East and was known for his diplomatic skills in dealing with Muslim rulers.
During the Renaissance period, Timothey Bright (1551-1615) was an English physician and writer. He authored several medical treatises and is considered one of the pioneers of early modern English medicine.
In the field of literature, Timothey Dwight (1752-1817) was an American Congregational minister, educator, and writer. He served as the eighth President of Yale College and was a prominent figure in the Connecticut Wits literary group.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals named Timothey throughout history, but the name has been used across various cultures and time periods, carrying the symbolic meaning of honor and reverence for God.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Timothey by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Timothey 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4991 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Timothey
- 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
Timothey: questions and answers
How popular is the name Timothey in the UK right now?
In 2023, Timothey was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Timothey most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Timothey in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Timothey?
A masculine name from Greek meaning "honoring God" or "in God's honor".
How many people are called Timothey in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Timothey 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.