Mary vs Timothy
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Timothy
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Honoring God
Peak: 1967 (1.61%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Timothy |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.06% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.05% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.05% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.04% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.02% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 0.03% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.12% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.58% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 1.41% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 1.18% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.03% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.73% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.35% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Timothy more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Timothy peaked in 1967.
What do Mary and Timothy mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Timothy means "Honoring God".