Timothy Coss

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Timothy Coss — honoring God
960K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Timothy Coss 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 Coss: Andrea Coss (born 1960), Australian rower David Coss, American politician and civil servant Emma Coss – English footballer (born in 1979) Eric Coss – American football player (born 1963) Gabriel Coss, music video director Peter Coss (born 1946), British historian Roxy Coss, American saxophonist and composer 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: Coss

English

Andrea Coss (born 1960), Australian rower David Coss, American politician and civil servant Emma Coss – English footballer (born in 1979) Eric Coss – American football player (born 1963) Gabriel Coss, music video director Peter Coss (born 1946), British historian Roxy Coss, American saxophonist and composer

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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 Coss

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 Coss:

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 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 Coss?
The surname Coss originates from English. Andrea Coss (born 1960), Australian rower David Coss, American politician and civil servant Emma Coss – English footballer (born in 1979) Eric Coss – American football player (born 1963) Gabriel Coss, music video director Peter Coss (born 1946), British historian Roxy Coss, American saxophonist and composer
What are the origins of the name Timothy Coss?
The name Timothy Coss combines two different traditions: the first name Timothy has Greek roots, while the surname Coss originates from English.
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