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Aidan vs Simon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aidan Rank #312
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #312 for Aidan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aidan or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Aidan at #312 in the United States.

What do Aidan and Simon mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aidan and Simon boy or girl names?

Aidan is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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