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Bryan 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

Bryan Rank #306
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #306 for Bryan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bryan or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Bryan at #306 in the United States.

What do Bryan and Simon mean?

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

Are Bryan and Simon boy or girl names?

Bryan is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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