Tim (given name)

Tim is a name, originally a short form of Timothy. It is a version of the Greek name Τιμόθεος (Timόtheos) meaning "one who honours God", from τιμή "honour" and θεός "god". Tim (and its variations) is a common name in several countries.

Tim
Pronunciation/ˈtɪm/
Gendermale
Origin
Word/nameGreek name Τιμόθεος
Meaning"honouring God"
Other names
Nickname(s)Timmy, Timo, Timbo
Related namesTimothy, Timo, Timofei, Tymish, Timotey, Timoteo, Timotheus, Tymoteusz, Timothée, Tijs

In Glasgow, Scotland Tim is a slang term for a Catholic.

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