Timur

“iron” — Associated with Timur the Lame (Tamerlane)

Turkey origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2687US 2023

49Births / yr

↑Rising

728All-time births

📅 Since 196900

How to pronounce Timur

TIM·er

/ˈtɪm.ɝ/ · stress on TIM · 2 syllables

“iron”

Associated with Timur the Lame (Tamerlane) · Turkey origin

What does Timur mean and where does it come from?

Timur is of Turkish origin, meaning 'iron'. It was historically prominent in Central Asia and is closely associated with Timur the Lame (Tamerlane), a notable historical figure who founded the Timurid Empire in the 14th century. The name has variations in different cultures, including 'Tamerlan' in

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #2224 in 2017 — currently #2687 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Timur?

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

Timur Grace

How popular is Timur right now?

Rising — up 21 spots — currently #2687 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#2687 · Top 2.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2687	49	▲ up 21
2022	#2708	49	▼ down 18 · +2% births
2021	#2690	48	▲ up 382 · +30% births
2020	#3072	37	▼ down 246 · -12% births
2015	#2826	42	▲ up 501 · +27% births
2010	#3327	33	▲ up 1363 · +83% births
2005	#4690	18	▲ up 3775 · +157% births
2000	#8465	7	▼ down 1439 · +40% births
1985	#7026	5	▼ down 1750 · -29% births
1980	#5276	7	▼ down 27 · +17% births
1975	#5249	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Timur

Best Year2023Rank #2687

Peak Count49

Average Rank#4365

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 202311 years

The story of Timur

Timur is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 728 total births recorded, Timur remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5249 in 1975 to #2687 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Timur in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Timur by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	19
1980s	50
1990s	42
2000s	157
2010s ★	418
2020s	37

💎Timur has only 728 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Timur?

Common

TimTimieTimy

What names sound and feel like Timur?

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

Taimur

Turkey · iron

Timar

Hungary · The name means

Aimur

Japanese · A Japanese name

Timir

Indian · one who is

Ilmur

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Temur

Turkmenistan · Turkmen

How is Timur written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Timur

What does the name Timur mean?

Timur 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 Timur?

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

What is the cultural origin of Timur?

Timur 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 Timur?

Timur is a two-syllable name pronounced T IH1 M ER0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Timur trending right now?

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