Timon

tee-MONE or TIE-mon

Greek

"reward, honor"

Timon Origin and Meaning

The name Timon is a boy's name of French, Greek origin meaning "reward, honor".

Kids would be more likely to associate this name with the hyperactive meercat in "The Lion King" than with the ancient Greek philosopher or Shakespearean character, which could cause playground problems.

Popularity of the name Timon

• 1680 Nameberry 2020
• 316 Germany 2016

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The name Timon in Pop Culture

• "Timon of Athens " play by Shakespeare and its main character
• Timon meerkat in "The Lion King"
• Timon Scarpson character from "Princess Academy: Palace of Stone" by Shannon Hale