Timaj
A name of uncertain origin and meaning, possibly a variant spelling.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Timaj. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Timaj today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Timaj births was 2012 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Timaj. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Timaj. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2012
5 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2012 SSA rank
#14,019
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Timaj: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Timaj by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Timaj during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Timaj
The given name Timaj finds its origins in the ancient Macedonian language, dating back to the 4th century BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "tem," which means "to cut" or "to divide." This suggests that the name Timaj may have initially been associated with individuals involved in agricultural or artisanal activities that required cutting or dividing materials.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Timaj can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Plutarch. In his work "Parallel Lives," Plutarch mentions a Macedonian soldier named Timaj who fought alongside Alexander the Great during his conquests in Asia Minor and Persia.
Another notable figure bearing the name Timaj was a Thracian chieftain who lived in the 2nd century BCE. He is mentioned in the historical records of the Roman Republic as a fierce warrior who led his tribe in battles against the Roman legions.
During the Byzantine era, a renowned theologian and scholar named Timaj of Constantinople gained recognition for his contributions to the study of Christian theology and philosophy. He lived in the 6th century CE and authored several influential treatises on the nature of the divine and the interpretation of biblical texts.
In the 14th century, a notable artist and fresco painter named Timaj Gramatik emerged in the Serbian kingdom. His works adorned the walls of several monasteries and churches throughout the region, showcasing his mastery of Byzantine-style religious art.
Another significant figure bearing the name Timaj was a military commander who served under the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II in the 15th century. He played a crucial role in the conquest of Constantinople in 1453, leading a contingent of Janissary troops during the final siege of the city.
While the name Timaj has its roots in ancient Macedonian and Thracian cultures, its usage has been documented across various regions and time periods, reflecting the diverse historical contexts in which individuals with this name have left their mark.
People
Timaj + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Timaj as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Timaj: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Timaj?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Timaj going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Timaj a common name?
We classify Timaj as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Timaj most popular?
The single biggest year for Timaj was 2012, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Timaj is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Timaj in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Timaj a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Timaj in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Timaj still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Timaj in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Timaj can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Timaj?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Timaj, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.