TIMMIS
Timmis
Timmis is a British surname of English origin, which is derived from the first name "Thomas". The surname is most commonly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in areas such as Staffordshire and Shropshire.
Origin and Meaning
The surname Timmis is a patronymic in nature, meaning "son of Tim(m)" or "son of Thomas". The name Thomas itself is derived from the Aramaic term meaning "twin".
Distribution and Popularity
The Timmis surname is relatively uncommon, with the majority of individuals bearing the name residing in the United Kingdom. The highest concentration of Timmis families can be found in Staffordshire, where the name has historical roots.
Notable Individuals
- John Timmis (1801–1875): A renowned English architect known for his Gothic Revival style of architecture.
- David Timmis (b. 1955): A British musician and songwriter who gained popularity in the 1980s.
Variants
Variants of the Timmis surname include Timms and Timson. Over time, variations in spelling have emerged, influenced by regional dialects and phonetic pronunciation.
References
For further genealogical and historical information on the Timmis surname, one may refer to English census records, parish registers, and local history archives.
There are approximately 1,689 people named Timmis in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,852nd most common surname in Britain. Around 26 in a million people in Britain are named Timmis.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Claire
- Daphne
- Helen
- Jane
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.