Tim Zabala

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tim Zabala — English
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tim Zabala is a name that combines English origins. The first name Tim is a masculine given name of English origin. Tim is a masculine given name. It is often short for Timothy. Tim (and its variations) is a common name in several countries. In Glasgow, Scotland Tim is a slang term for a Catholic. Tim Berners-Lee, English founder of the World-Wide Web Tim Harford, English economist author and popularizer of economics Tim de Zeeuw (born 1956), Dutch astronomer Tim Allen (born 1953), American actor Tim Armstrong (born 1965), American musician Tim Braun, percussionist for American red dirt metal ensemble Texas Hippie Coalition Tim Bergling, known as Avicii (1989–2018), Swedish DJ and record producer Tim Brooke. The surname Zabala: Adrián Zabala (1916–2002), Cuban baseball player Aneurys Zabala (born 1996), Dominican baseball player Artemio Zabala (born 1935), Filipino Episcopalian bishop Bruno Mauricio de Zabala (1682–1736), Spanish soldier and colonial administrator Buddy Zabala (born 1971), Filipino musician Cedric Bixler-Zavala (born 1974), American musician César Zabala (born 1961), Paraguayan football player Cristian Zabala (born 1998), Argentine football player Diego Zabala (born 1991), Uruguayan football player Esperanza Zabala (born 1974), Spanish Basque artist Felix "Tuto" Zabala (1936–2021), Cuban boxing promo. Tim is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tim reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tim

English

Tim is a masculine given name. It is often short for Timothy. Tim (and its variations) is a common name in several countries. In Glasgow, Scotland Tim is a slang term for a Catholic. Tim Berners-Lee, English founder of the World-Wide Web Tim Harford, English economist author and popularizer of economics Tim de Zeeuw (born 1956), Dutch astronomer Tim Allen (born 1953), American actor Tim Armstrong (born 1965), American musician Tim Braun, percussionist for American red dirt metal ensemble Texas Hippie Coalition Tim Bergling, known as Avicii (1989–2018), Swedish DJ and record producer Tim Brooke.

Surname: Zabala

Spanish

Adrián Zabala (1916–2002), Cuban baseball player Aneurys Zabala (born 1996), Dominican baseball player Artemio Zabala (born 1935), Filipino Episcopalian bishop Bruno Mauricio de Zabala (1682–1736), Spanish soldier and colonial administrator Buddy Zabala (born 1971), Filipino musician Cedric Bixler-Zavala (born 1974), American musician César Zabala (born 1961), Paraguayan football player Cristian Zabala (born 1998), Argentine football player Diego Zabala (born 1991), Uruguayan football player Esperanza Zabala (born 1974), Spanish Basque artist Felix "Tuto" Zabala (1936–2021), Cuban boxing promo.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Tim is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Tim by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Tim Zabala

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Tim Zabala:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Tim?
The first name Tim originates from English. Tim is a masculine given name. It is often short for Timothy. Tim (and its variations) is a common name in several countries. In Glasgow, Scotland Tim is a slang term for a Catholic. Tim Berners-Lee, English founder of the World-Wide Web Tim Harford, English economist author and popularizer of economics Tim de Zeeuw (born 1956), Dutch astronomer Tim Allen (born 1953), American actor Tim Armstrong (born 1965), American musician Tim Braun, percussionist for American red dirt metal ensemble Texas Hippie Coalition Tim Bergling, known as Avicii (1989–2018), Swedish DJ and record producer Tim Brooke.
When was Tim most popular?
The name Tim reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Zabala?
The surname Zabala originates from Spanish. Adrián Zabala (1916–2002), Cuban baseball player Aneurys Zabala (born 1996), Dominican baseball player Artemio Zabala (born 1935), Filipino Episcopalian bishop Bruno Mauricio de Zabala (1682–1736), Spanish soldier and colonial administrator Buddy Zabala (born 1971), Filipino musician Cedric Bixler-Zavala (born 1974), American musician César Zabala (born 1961), Paraguayan football player Cristian Zabala (born 1998), Argentine football player Diego Zabala (born 1991), Uruguayan football player Esperanza Zabala (born 1974), Spanish Basque artist Felix "Tuto" Zabala (1936–2021), Cuban boxing promo.
What are the origins of the name Tim Zabala?
The name Tim Zabala combines two different traditions: the first name Tim has English roots, while the surname Zabala originates from Spanish.
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