Origin
Greek (Hellenic)
Syllables
4
Zodiac
Sagittarius
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Timotheus is a name often given to boys. Ranked #11948 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Greek (Hellenic) origin and traditionally means "One who honors God". It has 4 syllables.
The Story of Timotheus
Timotheus is the full Greek form of Timothy, rooted in New Testament tradition. It conveys reverence and wisdom. Though formal, it shortens easily and carries international appeal. The name suggests a principled, adventurous personality with spiritual insight.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11948 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Embraces change and adventure.
Desires to serve humanity.
Projects responsibility and care.
Communicates with creativity.
Zodiac & Astrology
Sagittarius
Reflects faith, exploration, and optimism.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Elevated energy inspiring purpose and vision.
Color Aura
Royal Blue
Element
Fire
Season
Winter
Gemstone
Lapis Lazuli
Spirit Animal
Eagle
Power Word
Faith
Energy Type
Fire × Winter
Personality & Traits
Honorable
Acts with strong moral integrity.
Wise
Offers thoughtful guidance.
Adventurous
Seeks meaningful experiences.
Famous People Named Timotheus
Timotheus of Miletus
Ancient Greek poet and musician
Timotheus
Companion of Saint Paul in the Bible
Timotheus in Pop Culture
Timotheus
Biblical stories
Timotheus
Historical dramas
Historical Events
50
Mentioned in New Testament letters.
300
Popular among early Christian scholars.
International Variations
Timotheus in Different Scripts
Τιμόθεος
Greek
טימותיאוס
Hebrew
Тимофей
Cyrillic
ティモテウス
Japanese (Katakana)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Timotheus:
Timotheus Alexander
Timotheus Benjamin
Timotheus Christopher
Timotheus Dominic
Timotheus Jonathan
Timotheus Matthew
Timotheus Sebastian
Fun Facts & Trivia
Direct biblical Greek form.
Used in early Christian communities.
Means honoring the divine.
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boyPronunciation
tee-MO-thee-us
Quick Facts
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