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Emmanuel 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

Emmanuel Rank #180
Simon Rank #251

Emmanuel is more popular, ranked #180 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmanuel or Simon more popular?

Emmanuel is more popular, ranked #180 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Emmanuel and Simon mean?

Emmanuel means "God is with us" (Hebrew origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emmanuel and Simon boy or girl names?

Emmanuel is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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