The nameTimaël

Timaël is a recent French boy's name, rising since the 2010s.

Meaning

It joins Tim, as in Timéo, and Maël, from the Breton mael, "prince".

Origin

A modern French coinage.

History

First found in 1999, Timaël rose strongly in the 2010s and is now at its highest level, notably in Hauts-de-France and Grand Est.

Popularity of the name Timaël

Timaël in France

484thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2024peak year (150 births)
1,880babies named Timaël in France since 1900
075150 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Timaël was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,175 births over the decade, 63% of all recorded babies named Timaël. Its rise began around 2009, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Timaël in France were born before 2017, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 107 births a year.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Timaël mean?

It joins Tim, as in Timéo, and Maël, from the Breton mael, "prince".

What is the origin of the name Timaël?

A modern French coinage.

Is Timaël a girl's or a boy's name?

Timaël is a boy's name.