Timothea

“To honor God”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1739US 2023

461Births / yr

→Stable

157All-time births

📅 Since 194000

How to pronounce Timothea

tim·uth·EE·uh

/tɪm.əð.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables

“To honor God”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Timothea mean and where does it come from?

Timothea is a feminine form of Timothy, derived from the Greek name Τιμόθεος (Timotheos), which means 'one who honors God.' Although it is less common than its male counterpart, Timothea has been used in various cultures and can be found as a given name primarily in English-speaking countries. Its f

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #4192 in 1954 — currently #1739 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Timothea?

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

Timothea Grace

How popular is Timothea right now?

Holding steady — currently #1739 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2023#1739 · Top 1.3%

1940

1970

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1739	461	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1744	441	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1749	411	▲ up 5653 · +5771% births
1975	#7402	7	▼ down 12 · +17% births
1970	#7390	6	▼ down 2371 · +20% births
1940	#5019	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Timothea

Best Year2023Rank #1739

Peak Count461

Average Rank#4174

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1940 - 20236 years

The story of Timothea

Timothea entered American naming records in 1940 and has been in use for over 84 years. With 157 total births recorded, Timothea remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5019 in 1940 to #1739 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Timothea in 1954:

Mary Linda Deborah Patricia Susan

Timothea by decade

Timothea peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	38
1960s	22
1970s ★	66
1980s	26

💎Timothea has only 157 total recorded births since 1940 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Timothea?

Common

TimTimieTimyOthea

What names sound and feel like Timothea?

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

Timotea

Spain · Honoring God

Timitra

Greece · derived from Demetra,

Timothée

France · Honoring God.

Dorathea

Greece · Meaning 'gift of

Tishea

American · unknown; possibly a

How is Timothea written in other languages?

Τιμοθεα

Greek

Common questions about the name Timothea

What does the name Timothea mean?

Timothea means "To honor God" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Timothea?

Timothea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Timothea?

Timothea originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Timothea?

Timothea is a four-syllable name pronounced T IH0 M AH0 DH IY1 AH0. 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 Timothea?

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