Timothy is a name of Greek origin that means "honoring God" or "respecting God". It is derived from the Greek word "timios", which translates to "honorable" or "reverent". The name Timothy has been used throughout history, with one of its earliest known instances being in the New Testament of the Bible. In Acts 16:1-50, Timothy is introduced as a companion of the Apostle Paul and is later mentioned as an associate of Saint Paul in several of his letters to various Christian communities. The name Timothy has been popular among Christians throughout history and continues to be so today, particularly in English-speaking countries.
According to U.S. statistics, the name Timothy experienced a brief period of popularity during the late 20th century. In 1957, five babies were named Timothy at birth, and this number remained consistent in 1970. Overall, over the span of these two years, ten children were given the name Timothy upon their birth in the United States. This data indicates a steady and modest interest in the name during this timeframe.