Timotheus
tee-MOH-thee-us
Timotheus is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Timotheus is a Greek name meaning 'honoring God' or 'God-fearing'. It is derived from the Greek words 'timē' (honor) and 'theos' (God).”, and peaked in popularity in 1980.
What Timotheus Means
“Timotheus is a Greek name meaning 'honoring God' or 'God-fearing'. It is derived from the Greek words 'timē' (honor) and 'theos' (God).”
The Story of Timotheus
A name that echoes the pronouncements of ancient Greek poets, resonating with honor and faith.
Timotheus is the full Greek form of Timothy, directly from 'timē' (honor) and 'theos' (God). This foundational name was carried by figures in early music and philosophy, linking it to intellectual and artistic traditions of ancient Greece.
You imagine your son as a person of deep respect and devotion, guided by a wise and kind spirit. Timotheus is a name for a child who will approach life with thoughtful integrity and a gentle, intelligent nature, a true bearer of honor.
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Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Timotheus of Miletus
Ancient Greek poet and musician, innovator of dithyramb
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#11 in 1980
Total Births
188
First Recorded
1971
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