Timothy Carlson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Timothy Carlson — honoring God
960K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Timothy Carlson is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Timothy is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Timótheos (Τιμόθεος), meaning "honoring God" (time=honor, theos=god). A companion of the apostle Paul. The surname Carlson: Carlson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Carl"; it is rarely used as a given name and there are variations to its spelling. Surname Carlson Gracie (1935–2006), Brazilian martial artist Carlson Manuel, Curaçaoan politician Carlson Reed (born 2002), American baseball player Carlson Young (born 1990), American actress Christy Carlson Romano (born 1984), American actress, dancer, author and singer All pages with titles beginning with Carlson All pages with titles containing Carlson Timothy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 960K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Timothy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Timothy

Meaning: honoring God

Greek

From the Greek Timótheos (Τιμόθεος), meaning "honoring God" (time=honor, theos=god). A companion of the apostle Paul.

Surname: Carlson

English

Carlson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Carl"; it is rarely used as a given name and there are variations to its spelling. Surname Carlson Gracie (1935–2006), Brazilian martial artist Carlson Manuel, Curaçaoan politician Carlson Reed (born 2002), American baseball player Carlson Young (born 1990), American actress Christy Carlson Romano (born 1984), American actress, dancer, author and singer All pages with titles beginning with Carlson All pages with titles containing Carlson

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Timothy Carlson

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 Timothy Carlson:

3
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Timothy?
The first name Timothy originates from Greek. From the Greek Timótheos (Τιμόθεος), meaning "honoring God" (time=honor, theos=god). A companion of the apostle Paul.
When was Timothy most popular?
The name Timothy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Carlson?
The surname Carlson originates from English. Carlson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Carl"; it is rarely used as a given name and there are variations to its spelling. Surname Carlson Gracie (1935–2006), Brazilian martial artist Carlson Manuel, Curaçaoan politician Carlson Reed (born 2002), American baseball player Carlson Young (born 1990), American actress Christy Carlson Romano (born 1984), American actress, dancer, author and singer All pages with titles beginning with Carlson All pages with titles containing Carlson
What are the origins of the name Timothy Carlson?
The name Timothy Carlson combines two different traditions: the first name Timothy has Greek roots, while the surname Carlson originates from English.
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