Benaiah vs Simeon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simeon

Boy #1,142 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"one who hears, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Greek Slavic Eastern Orthodox

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,142
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Benaiah Rank #1,286
Simeon Rank #1,142

Simeon is more popular, ranked #1142 vs #1286 for Benaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benaiah or Simeon more popular?

Simeon is more popular, ranked #1142 compared to Benaiah at #1286 in the United States.

What do Benaiah and Simeon mean?

Benaiah means "God has built, Yahweh has built" (Hebrew origin). Simeon means "one who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Benaiah and Simeon boy or girl names?

Benaiah is primarily a boy name. Simeon is primarily a boy name.

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