Taimur

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Taimur Pronunciation

Taimur is pronounced ty-MOOR /taɪˈmur/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Timur — from a Turkic/Mongolian word, 'iron' — the name of Timur (Tamerlane), the 14th-century conqueror; we note the historical conquerorLow

In 30 seconds: Iron: Taimur spells Timur — 'iron'. Crisp, strong, and warm (said 'ty-MOOR').

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Origin LowTurkic, Persian

MeaningA spelling of Timur — from a Turkic/Mongolian word, 'iron' — the name of Timur (Tamerlane), the 14th-century conqueror; we note the historical conqueror

U.S. rank (2024)#7181 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 134

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Taimur is a spelling of Timur — from a Turkic/Mongolian word, 'iron' — the name of Timur (Tamerlane), the 14th-century conqueror and founder of the Timurid Empire (we note the historical conqueror). A crisp, strong name (said 'ty-MOOR'; nickname Taim).

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian and Central Asian families. Rare, iron at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Timur means 'iron' in Turkic/Mongolian — the name of Timur (Tamerlane), the great 14th-century conqueror — Taimur is a spelling, crisp and strong (we note the historical conqueror; said 'ty-MOOR').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Timur — historical conqueror noted

Variations

TimurTaymurTemur

Nicknames

Taim

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Persian Turkic

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Taimur?

Taimur is pronounced ty-MOOR (/taɪˈmur/). Press play above to hear Taimur said aloud.

How do you say Taimur?

Taimur is said ty-MOOR (/taɪˈmur/). Press play above to hear Taimur said aloud.

What does the name Taimur mean?

Taimur spells Timur — Turkic 'iron' (the conqueror Tamerlane). We note the historical conqueror.

Is Taimur a boy or girl name?

Taimur is a boy's name.

How popular is Taimur?

Taimur is a rare name in the U.S.