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Damian 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

Damian Rank #110
Simon Rank #251

Damian is more popular, ranked #110 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damian or Simon more popular?

Damian is more popular, ranked #110 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Damian and Simon mean?

Damian means "master, conqueror" (Greek origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Damian and Simon boy or girl names?

Damian is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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