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Dalton 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

Dalton Rank #433
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #433 for Dalton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalton or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do Dalton and Simon mean?

Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dalton and Simon boy or girl names?

Dalton is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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