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Callen 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

Callen Rank #478
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #478 for Callen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callen or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Callen at #478 in the United States.

What do Callen and Simon mean?

Callen means "battle" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Callen and Simon boy or girl names?

Callen is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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