Tim
Meaning of Tim
Originating from the Hebrew name Timothy, Tim is a popular male name with a rich history. It is pronounced as "tim" in both American English and British English. The name has variations such as Timothy, which further adds to its versatility. In the United States, Tim has been consistently used throughout the years, with varying levels of popularity. In recent years, it has maintained a steady ranking within the top 400 names for baby boys. With its timeless appeal and strong associations, Tim continues to be an enduring choice for parents seeking a classic yet familiar name for their little ones.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as tim (/tɪm/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Tim
| Tim Kaine - Timothy Michael Kaine is an American lawyer and politician who has served as the junior United States senator from Virginia since 2013, and was the Democratic nominee for vice president in the 2016 election. |
| Tim Duncan - Timothy Theodore Duncan, known as "the Big Fundamental," is a retired American professional basketball player who played his entire career with the San Antonio Spurs and is considered one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history. |
| Tim McGraw - Samuel Timothy McGraw is a highly successful American country singer, songwriter, and actor with 16 studio albums, numerous chart-topping singles, and multiple awards, including three Grammy Awards. |
| Tim Burton - Timothy Walter Burton is an American filmmaker, animator, and artist known for pioneering goth culture in the American film industry and creating gothic horror and fantasy films. |
| Tim Minchin is a multi-talented British-born Australian known for his work as a comedian, actor, writer, musician, poet, composer, and songwriter. |
| Tim Russert - Timothy John Russert was a prominent American television journalist and lawyer, best known for his long tenure as the moderator of NBC's Meet the Press and his coverage of several presidential elections. |
| Tim Cook - Timothy Donald Cook is an American business executive who became the chief executive officer of Apple Inc. in 2011, having previously served as the company's chief operating officer under its co-founder Steve Jobs. |
| Tim Berners-Lee - Sir Timothy John Berners-Lee, also known as TimBL, is an English computer scientist and the inventor of the World Wide Web, HTML, URL system, and HTTP, currently holding positions at the University of Oxford and MIT. |
| Tim Curry - Timothy James Curry is an English actor and singer known for his iconic role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. |
| Timothy Alan Dick, professionally known as Tim Allen, is a well-known American actor and comedian, famous for his roles in Home Improvement, Last Man Standing, Toy Story, and The Santa Clause franchise. |
| Tim Maia was a Brazilian musician and songwriter known for his diverse musical style and influence on Brazilian music. |
| Tim Brooke-Taylor - Timothy Julian Brooke-Taylor OBE was a renowned English comedian and actor, famous for his role as a member of The Goodies. |
| Tim Robbins - Timothy Francis Robbins is a renowned American actor and filmmaker, famous for his roles in The Shawshank Redemption and Mystic River, for which he won several prestigious awards. |
| Sir Henry Ralph Stanley Birkin, 3rd Baronet, also known as Tim Birkin, was a prominent British racing driver and a member of the famous "Bentley Boys" group during the 1920s. |
| Tim Urban - Timothy Joseph Urban is an American singer and former American Idol contestant who released two EPs after his time on the show. |
