Timothy — English form of the Greek name Τιμοθεος (Timotheos) meaning "honouring God", derived from τιμαω (timao) "to honour" and θεος (theos) "god". Saint Timothy was a companion of Paul on his missionary journeys and was the recipient of two of Paul's epistles that appear in the New Testament. He was of both Jewish and Greek ancestry.
Biblical namesake: Timothy was a close companion of the apostle Paul and a leader in the early church. He is the recipient of two New Testament letters offering guidance and encouragement. (Acts · Acts 16, 1 Timothy 1, 2 Timothy 1)
Saintly namesake: Saint Timothy was a 1st-century Christian evangelist and companion of Paul, remembered as the first bishop of Ephesus. He is honored for his leadership and faith in the early Church. (January 22 · 1st century)
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