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Calvin 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

Calvin Rank #140
Simon Rank #251

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin or Simon more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Simon mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Calvin and Simon boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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