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Billy vs Simeon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Billy

Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,051
Total SSA Count
210
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Billy Rank #1,051
Simeon Rank #1,142

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1142 for Simeon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Billy or Simeon more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Simeon at #1142 in the United States.

What do Billy and Simeon mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Simeon means "one who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Billy and Simeon boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Simeon is primarily a boy name.

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