Taimur

“iron” — Symbolizes strength and bravery

Turkey origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10665US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

95All-time births

📅 Since 198800

How to pronounce Taimur

TAH·IM·ER

/ˈtɑ.ˈɪm.ˈɝ/ · stress on TAH · 3 syllables

“iron”

Symbolizes strength and bravery · Turkey origin

What does Taimur mean and where does it come from?

Taimur (تیمور) is a name of Turkish and Persian origin meaning 'iron' or 'strong'. It gained historical significance from Tamerlane (Timur), a 14th-century conqueror. The name is popular in Turkey, Iran, and regions of South Asia. It symbolizes strength and bravery. Modern usage has been popularized

Cultural significance

Taimur has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Turkey-speaking communities, where it reflects values of iron.

Peak popularity

Reached #5678 in 2019 — currently #10665 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Taimur?

Taimur works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Taimur Grace

How popular is Taimur right now?

Falling — down 942 spots — currently #10665 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#10665 · Top 7.9%

1990

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10665	7	▼ down 942 · -12% births
2022	#9723	8	▼ down 2682 · -33% births
2021	#7041	12	▼ down 950 · -14% births
2020	#6091	14	▲ up 1804 · +133% births
1990	#7895	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Taimur

Best Year2020Rank #6091

Peak Count14

Average Rank#8283

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20235 years

The story of Taimur

Taimur is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 95 total births recorded, Taimur remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7895 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10665 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Taimur in 2019:

Liam Noah Oliver William Elijah

Taimur by decade

Taimur peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	8
1990s	26
2000s	12
2010s ★	35
2020s	14

💎Taimur has only 95 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Taimur?

Common

TaiTaimTaimieTaimyImur

What names sound and feel like Taimur?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Taimur also consider these

Japanese · A Japanese name

Taitum

American · A variant of

Taymir

Turkey · A name meaning

Taimak

American · brave one

Tailor

American · One who tailors

Tajmir

Turkey · Turkish

Common questions about the name Taimur

What does the name Taimur mean?

Taimur means "iron" — a name rooted in Turkey tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Taimur?

Taimur is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Taimur?

Taimur originates from Turkey tradition. Turkey names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Taimur?

Taimur is a three-syllable name pronounced T AA1 IH1 M ER1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Taimur?

Taimur pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Turkey heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.