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Barrett 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

Barrett Rank #186
Simon Rank #251

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barrett or Simon more popular?

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Simon mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Barrett and Simon boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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