timis

timis is a term that can refer to several different things, most commonly a surname and a place name. As a surname, timis is of Romanian origin. It is thought to derive from the given name Demetrius, which itself is of Greek origin meaning "follower of Demeter." This surname is found in Romania and among its diaspora.

As a place name, timis most frequently refers to the Timiș River. This river flows through Romania and Serbia, originating in the Semenic Mountains and eventually joining the Tisza River. The river gives its name to the Timiș County in Romania, a significant administrative division located in the western part of the country. The county's capital is Timișoara, a major city and a historical and cultural center. The name of the river and consequently the county and city are believed to be of Dacian or Slavic origin, with various etymological theories proposed.

In other contexts, "timis" might appear as a less common given name or as part of other geographical names. However, the association with the Timiș River and Timiș County in Romania remains its most prominent geographical reference. The surname timis is a relatively common Romanian patronymic.