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Jesse 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

Jesse Rank #187
Simon Rank #251

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Simon more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Simon mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jesse and Simon boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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