The nameTimotei

Timotei is the Romanian form of Timothy.

Meaning

From the Greek Timotheos, "honouring God".

Origin

Romanian, of Greek origin.

History

In France it was mostly given in the 2010s.

Popularity of the name Timotei

Timotei in France

2147thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2010peak year (55 births)
555babies named Timotei in France since 1900
02855 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Timotei was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 325 births over the decade, 59% of all recorded babies named Timotei. Its rise began around 2003, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Timotei in France were born before 2013, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 16 births a year on average, against 26 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Timotei mean?

From the Greek Timotheos, "honouring God".

What is the origin of the name Timotei?

Romanian, of Greek origin.

Is Timotei a girl's or a boy's name?

Timotei is a boy's name.