Simon
Simon first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2015, when 1,645 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,529.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Simon popular?
Steady Simon has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2015.
| 2020s | 8,646 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 14,880 | |
| 2000s | 13,428 | |
| 1990s | 7,514 | |
| 1980s | 5,395 | |
| 1970s | 3,574 | |
| 1960s | 2,194 | |
| 1950s | 2,120 | |
| 1940s | 2,068 | |
| 1930s | 2,124 | |
| 1920s | 3,210 | |
| 1910s | 2,780 | |
| 1900s | 778 | |
| 1890s | 731 | |
| 1880s | 841 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Simon mean?
From the Hebrew Shimʿon, “he has heard.” Simon Peter is chief among the apostles.
Nicknames for Simon
- Si
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Simon mean?
Simon means He has heard. From the Hebrew Shimʿon, “he has heard.” Simon Peter is chief among the apostles.
What is the origin of the name Simon?
Simon is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Simon?
Simon is pronounced “SY-mun.”
Is Simon a boy or a girl name?
Simon is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Simon a popular name right now?
Simon has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2015.
How popular is the name Simon?
In 2025, Simon ranked #230 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Simon most popular?
Simon was most popular in 2015, when about 1,645 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Simon?
Common nicknames for Simon include Si.
What names are similar to Simon?
Names similar to Simon include Peter, Levi, Judah, Thomas.
What names go well with Simon?
Hebrew names that pair well with Simon include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.