Timon

Timon meaning and name origin

Timon \t(i)-mon\ as a boy's name is pronounced tee-MOHN. It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Timon is "respect". Biblical: a man noted for his wisdom in the first Christian congregation. Shakespeare used the name in his play "Timon of Athens" for a misanthropic Greek of the fourth century, BC. Also the name of the meerkat Timon from Disney's movie "The Lion King".

For more information, see also the related name Timothy.

Baby names that sound like Timon are Tymon, Damon, Daimon and Teman. Other similar baby names are Aimon, Simon and Timo.

View a list of the 2 names that reference Timon.

Popularity of Timon

Timon is not a popular first name for men but a somewhat popular surname or last name for all people (#77145 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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