Timaeus
Meaning of Timaeus
The name Timaeus is a strong and unique name for baby boys. It has its origins in Greek mythology, as Timaeus was a philosopher and one of Plato's dialogues is named after him. The name Timaeus is derived from the Greek word "timao," meaning "to honor" or "to esteem." With its rich historical and philosophical associations, Timaeus exudes intelligence and wisdom. In terms of popularity, the name Timaeus has been steadily increasing in recent years in the United States, with 6 occurrences in 2016 and 7 occurrences in 2012. Its pronunciation is tih-MEE-uhs (/tɪˈmiːəs/), making it easy to pronounce in English.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as tih-MEE-uhs (/tɪˈmiːəs/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Timaeus
| Timaeus of Tauromenium, an ancient Greek historian, was highly influential and regarded as the standard authority on the history of the Greek West for nearly five centuries. |
