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Jordan 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

Jordan Rank #104
Simon Rank #251

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordan or Simon more popular?

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Jordan and Simon mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jordan and Simon boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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