Timo

“To honor God”

Finnish-speaking countries origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5639US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

211All-time births

📅 Since 196100

How to pronounce Timo

TEE·MOH

/ˈtiː.ˈmoʊ/ · stress on TEE · 2 syllables

“To honor God”

Finnish-speaking countries origin · Boy name

What does Timo mean and where does it come from?

Timo is a common Finnish name and a contraction of the name Timoteus, which is of Greek origin and means 'to honor God'. In German-speaking countries, it also reflects similar meanings, closely linked to the biblical name Timothy. Timo is well recognized in Finland and has gained popularity in the S

Cultural significance

Timo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Finnish-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to honor god.

Peak popularity

Reached #3510 in 1966 — currently #5639 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Timo?

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

Timo Grace

How popular is Timo right now?

Rising fast — up 801 spots — currently #5639 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#5639 · Top 4.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5639	17	▲ up 801 · +21% births
2022	#6440	14	▼ down 129
2021	#6311	14	▲ up 753 · +27% births
2020	#7064	11	▲ up 1849 · +38% births
2015	#8913	8	▲ up 981 · +14% births
2010	#9894	7	▼ down 3915 · -46% births
2005	#5979	13	▲ up 4704 · +160% births
2000	#10683	5	▼ down 5464 · -29% births
1980	#5219	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Timo

Best Year1980Rank #5219

Peak Count17

Average Rank#7349

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Timo

Timo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 211 total births recorded, Timo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5219 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5639 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Timo in 1966:

Michael David James John Robert

Timo by decade

Timo peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	26
1980s	22
1990s	23
2000s	62
2010s ★	67
2020s	11

💎Timo has only 211 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Timo?

Common

TimTimieTimy

What names sound and feel like Timo?

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

Common questions about the name Timo

What does the name Timo mean?

Timo means "To honor God" — a name rooted in Finnish-speaking countries 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 Timo?

Timo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Timo have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Timo?

Timo originates from Finnish-speaking countries tradition. Finnish-speaking countries 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 Timo?

Timo is a two-syllable name pronounced T IY1 M OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Timo trending right now?

Timo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.