Timmons
Small, diminutive form of Timothy, meaning "honoring God".
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Timmons. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Timmons today is around 79 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Timmons births was 1953 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Timmons. 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
- • The typical person named Timmons is about 79 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Timmons' were born before 1957.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Timmons. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
1953
7 babies that year
Average age
79
years old
1953 SSA rank
#3,404
Tracked since 1945
Popularity
Timmons: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Timmons from the 1940s through to the 1950s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 7 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Timmons 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 Timmons during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Timmons
The given name Timmons finds its origins in the Old English language, emerging during the medieval period in England. It is derived from the elements "tima," meaning "honor," and "mund," signifying "protection" or "hand." Consequently, the name Timmons can be interpreted as "honored protector" or "honorable guardian."
Early records of the name Timmons can be traced back to the 11th century, where it appeared in various historical documents and manuscripts from the Anglo-Saxon era. While the name did not hold significant prominence during this time, it was occasionally used among the English nobility and gentry.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Timmons was Sir Timmons de Willoughby, a knight who lived in the late 12th century. He was renowned for his valor and bravery during the Crusades, earning him recognition and respect among his contemporaries.
In the 14th century, a notable figure named Timmons Chaucer, a distant relative of the famous poet Geoffrey Chaucer, gained recognition for his literary works and contributions to the English language. His writings, though lesser known than those of his renowned kinsman, offered valuable insights into the customs and beliefs of that era.
During the Renaissance period, the name Timmons gained some traction among the intellectual circles of England. Timmons Wilkins (1515-1578), a scholar and philosopher, was renowned for his treatises on ethics and moral philosophy, which influenced the intellectual discourse of his time.
In the 17th century, Timmons Cromwell (1620-1674), a distant relative of Oliver Cromwell, played a significant role in the English Civil War. He served as a captain in the Parliamentarian forces and was celebrated for his unwavering loyalty and courage on the battlefield.
The 19th century saw the rise of Timmons Tennyson (1809-1892), a renowned poet and literary figure. Although not as celebrated as his contemporary, Alfred, Lord Tennyson, Timmons Tennyson's works captured the essence of Victorian England and explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.
While the name Timmons has not achieved widespread popularity throughout history, it has maintained a consistent presence, primarily in England and parts of the United Kingdom. Its rich etymology and connection to the concepts of honor and protection have imbued the name with a sense of strength and nobility, making it a unique and enduring choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance.
People
Timmons + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Timmons as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Timmons: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Timmons?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Timmons 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 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Timmons a common name?
We classify Timmons as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Timmons most popular?
The single biggest year for Timmons was 1953, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Timmons is about 79 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 Timmons in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Timmons a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Timmons 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 Timmons still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Timmons 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 Timmons 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 are called Timmons?
Find out how many Americans are named Timmons on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.