Simon
Simon is a classic Hebrew name meaning 'he has heard' or 'God has heard.' It has strong biblical roots as the original name of the apostle Peter and has been widely used across Christian cultures for centuries.
Current Popularity
#252 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works well internationally with similar versions in many cultures
- •Strong historical and religious significance without feeling overly traditional
- •Rarely shortened, as the full name is already concise
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Statistics
68,732
Total births since 1880
2015
Peak year
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