Timur
Timur: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /tiːˈmʊə/ · /tɪˈmʊəɹ/
Meaning and origin of Timur
Root meaning: “iron”
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Turkish Timur and other languages, ultimately from Proto-Turkic *temür (“iron”).
How popular is Timur?
Since 1880, 977 boys in the U.S. have been named Timur. Its highest rank for boys was #2214 in 2017. In 2025, 50 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Timur FAQ
What does the name Timur mean?
Timur traces back to a root meaning "iron". A male given name. From Turkish Timur and other languages, ultimately from Proto-Turkic *temür (“iron”).
What is the origin of the name Timur?
Timur is listed as a name of Turkish origin.
How popular is the name Timur?
Since 1880, 977 boys in the U.S. have been named Timur. Its highest rank for boys was #2214 in 2017. In 2025, 50 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Timur a boy or girl name?
Timur is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 977 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.